41 61 014 Adjusting Engine Compartment Lid: Notes

IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body components!
Minor corrections (realignment work) are permitted if the existing adjustment options are not sufficient.

Carry over schematic diagram to the relevant vehicle type.

NOTE: Observe 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

NOTE: Stop screw must not be damaged or missing. If necessary, replace engine compartment lid hinge.

The stop screw is preset and must not be used to adjust the engine compartment lid!

Fig 1: Removing Engine Compartment Lid Hinge

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Slacken nuts (1) of hinges on left and right.

Engine compartment lid lid must be able to be moved.

Tightening torque 41 61 1AZ .

NOTE: If adjustment range is not sufficient, slacken screws on body and slide hinge. (Refer to operation: Height adjustment at hinge)
Tightening torque 41 61 3AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Compartment Lid Nuts

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Adjust engine compartment lid sideways and lengthways.

Strikers must snap into place in the locks.

Fig 3: Adjusting Engine Compartment Lid

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Height adjustment at hinge:

Slacken screws (1) and adjust engine compartment lid.

Tightening torque 41 61 2AZ .

Fig 4: Adjusting Engine Compartment Lid

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