51 71 041 Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right wheel arch cover

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: The number of mounting elements may vary, depending on the vehicle type and equipment fitted.

Release screws/expanding rivets (1).

Release all nuts (2).

Tightening torque 51 75 2AZ .

Remove wheel arch cover (3).

Installation note:

Make sure wheel arch cover (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Arch Cover Nuts

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