51 71 039 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right wheel arch cover (rear section)
Necessary preliminary tasks
- If necessary, remove FRONT WHEEL
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.
Replacement
- Modify sheet nuts (1)
Installation:
If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts (1).
Necessary preliminary tasks
- Remove FRONT WHEEL
- If necessary, remove reinforcement cover
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.