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41 35... Removing And Installing Or Replacing Front Left Or Right Side Wall

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Observe 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS 

CAUTION: Do not damage adjoining body components.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Fig 1: Identifying Bolts
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Release screws.

NOTE: Side panel and headlight are removed together.

Tightening torque 41 35 6AZ  , see 41 35 SIDE PANELS

Tightening torque 41 35 7AZ  , see 41 35 SIDE PANELS .

Tightening torque 41 35 8AZ  , see 41 35 SIDE PANELS .

Tightening torque 41 35 9AZ  , see 41 35 SIDE PANELS .

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 41 35 6AZ  , see 41 35 SIDE PANELS .

Fig 2: Identifying Screw
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View of wheel arch from below:

Unlock plug (1) for headlight (2) and disconnect.

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque 41 35 6AZ  , see 41 35 SIDE PANELS .

Fig 3: Identifying Plug, Headlight And Screw
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Pull out retainer (1) in direction of arrow.

Take off side panel.

NOTE: When the headlight is fitted, the side panel's center of gravity is very far forward!
Fig 4: Pulling Out Retainer
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Installation: 

Following parts must not be damaged or missing:

Fig 5: Identifying Spacer Buffers
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Replacement:

Remove headlight. See HEADLIGHTS .