41 35 081 Removing And Installing Front Side Panel On Left

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Observe 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body components.

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove TRIM PANEL FOR COVER ON SIDE MEMBER
Release BUMPER PANEL at the side in the area of the wheel arch cover

Lever out expanding rivets (1).

Release latch mechanism (2) and remove cover (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Expanding Rivets, Latch Mechanism And Cover

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Loosen screws and remove side wall.

Tightening torque 41 35 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Side Wall Screws

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Replacement:

Apply additional sealant to inside of front panel in area (1) analogous with series.
Material: SEALANT D1 .
Remount holder (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Sealant Application Area And Holder
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