13 71... Removing lower sound insulation (N47 D20 O 1 with SCR)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Lower front axle support . See 31 11 506 LOWERING/RAISING FRONT AXLE SUPPORT (UNIVERSAL LIFTER) .

Release cable from cable retainer.

Release screws (1).

Remove cable clip (2).

Partially detach sound insulation on the bottom.

Fig 1: Identifying Cable Clip And Screws

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Release screws (1).

Feed out and remove sound insulation (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Sound Insulation Screws

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