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51 71 039 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right wheel arch cover (rear section)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: In event of further work, where possible, leave wheel arch cover on vehicle.
Wheel arch cover must not be cut.
In case of complete removal or replacement, release spring strut  . See 33 53 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT COIL SPRING .
NOTE: Front axle removed for purposes of clarity.

Release screws (1 and 2).

Release nuts (3) and loosen wheel arch cover (4) from installation position.

Installation: 

Ensure wheel arch cover (4) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Nuts And Wheel Arch Cover
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Replacement: 

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Faulty Metal Nuts
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