51 71... Partially remove and install cover of front left or right wheel arch (front part)

NOTE: Wheel shown removed for purposes of clarity.

Remove expanding rivets (1) from wheel arch trim (2).

Installation note:

Renew expanding rivets (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Arch Trim And Expanding Rivets

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Unclip wheel arch strip (1) in front area (2).

Installation note:

Observe lower guide tab (arrow).

Fig 2: Identifying Wheel Arch Strip

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