51 76 030 Removing and installing/replacing rear engine hood/bonnet seal

Up to 08/2008:

From 09/2008:

Feed out seal (2) and lay to one side.

NOTE: If necessary, detach front engine compartment lid seal (3) in operating range.

Fig 1: Identifying Tension Strut, Screws And Nuts

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