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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 .

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: Wheel Arch Cover, Nuts & Screws
G06180747Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement 

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts (1).

Fig 2: Wheel Arch Cover
G06180748Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.


Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: Work shown on 320d by way of example, deviations in detail are possible in other models.

Release screws (1).

Release expander rivets (2).

Unscrew nut (3).

Remove wheel arch cover (4).

Installation: 

Ensure wheel arch cover (4) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Wheel Arch Cover, Expander Rivets, Screws & Nut
G04752867Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.