Necessary preliminary tasks

If necessary, remove left or right FRONT WHEEL .

NOTE: Description is shown on the E82 by way of example. There may be differences in detail in the case of other models.
Prior to removing, pay attention to the exact installation position with respect to the adjoining components.
The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

NOTE: Spring strut removed for purposes of clarity.

Release screw (1) and plastic nuts (2).

Feed out cover (3) and remove.

Installation:

Observe NOTES ON FITTING cover (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Cover With Screw And Nuts

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