51 13 007 Removing and installing/replacing trim ring for front grille centre section

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front grille centre section, refer to 51 13 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT GRILLE CENTRE SECTION

Lever out catches (1 and 2) and remove trim ring.

Fig 1: Removing Trim Ring

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Installation:

Catches (1) and guides on trim ring (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Guides On Trim Ring

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