41 63 002 Replacing cover bowl

Necessary preliminary tasks

Turn cover (1) through approx. 90° and lever out in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Cover

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Release screw (1).

Press retaining strap (1) inwards and remove.

Remove fuel tank cap.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Strap With Screw

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Press rear cover housing in direction of arrow downwards a little and then pull outwards.

In so doing, lift seal (1) over fuel filler neck.

If necessary, apply suitable antiseize agent between seal and fuel filler neck.

Fig 3: Pressing Rear Cover Housing

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Installation:

Locks (1) on left/right of cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Locks And Cover

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Installation:

Following parts of cover housing not be damaged or missing:

If necessary, apply suitable antiseize agent to seal and fuel filler neck.

Fig 5: Identifying Catches, Spring And Seal

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