51 13 047 Removing and installing (replacing) grille on side panel at front left or right

Special tools required:

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Unlock catches (1) under side panel grille (2) with special tool 64 1 020 .

Unclip side panel grille (2) in direction of arrow from front side panel (3) and remove against direction of travel.

Disconnect plug connection (4).

Installation:

Make sure side panel grille (2) is correctly seated on front side panel (3).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Installation:

Catches (1) on side panel grille (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches On Side Panel Grille

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