51 16 491 Removing and installing/replacing front storage shell

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

Unclip catches (2) and guides (3).

Installation:

Catches and guides must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Catches, Guides And Screws

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Unclip catches (1) and guides (2).

Detach storage shell (3) from trim (4).

Installation:

Do not damage guides (2) when feeding storage shell (3) in.

Fig 2: Identifying Storage Shell, Trim And Catches

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