41 63 003 Replacing cover bowl

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove right REAR WHEEL .
Remove rear right WHEEL ARCH TRIM .
Remove FLAP FOR FUEL FILLER NECK .
Remove SERVODRIVE FOR TANK FILLER FLAP .

NOTE: Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle type.

IMPORTANT: Deformation of the sheet metal flanges in the side panel and the wheel arch results in permanent vehicle leakage. Carry out removal/installation with great care.

Following new body parts are required (refer to Electronic Parts Catalogue ETK):

Fig 1: Identifying Filler Bowl

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(1) Filler bowl

Turn sleeve (1) through approx. 45° and pull out in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Pulling Out Sleeve

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Press retaining strap (1) inwards and lift out (see arrow).

Pierce cover bowl at markings (3) with a small screwdriver.

Remove cover (2).

Fig 3: Removing Retaining Strap

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NOTE: Illustrations shows fuel filler pipe removed.
Release rubber seal from sheet metal flange.

Fig 4: Locating Rubber Seal On Sheet Metal Flange

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Insert screwdriver to a depth of max. 5 mm and unlock cover bowl catch.

Fig 5: Disconnecting Cover Bowl Catch Using Screwdriver

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Keep cover bowl tensioned with pliers (2).

Unlock catches individually with screwdriver (1).

Unlock catches in following order:

Top left
Bottom left
Top right
Bottom right

Move screwdriver in opposite direction at both lower catches.

Fig 6: Disconnecting Cover Bowl Catch Using Screwdriver And Pliers

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Close hinge arm (1).

IMPORTANT: Do not damage sheet metal flange of side panel.

Carefully twist out cover bowl (2) at first at rear in direction of arrow from side panel and remove.

Fig 7: Removing Cover Bowl From Side Panel

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Installation:

Open hinge arm.

Turn sealing sleeve in area of hinge inwards and hold.

Insert cover bowl and engage sealing sleeve over fuel filler pipe.

Fig 8: Opening Hinge Arm

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Installation:

Using fitting aid (1), pull sealing lip (2) over sheet metal flange of wheel arch (3).

Fig 9: Pulling Sealing Lip On Wheel Arch Sheet Metal Flange Using Fitting Aid

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Installation:

Illustrations shows fuel filler pipe removed.

Check that sealing lip is correctly seated.

Fig 10: Locating Rubber Seal On Sheet Metal Flange

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Installation:

Cover bowl must snap into place 4 times.

After installing, carefully check cover bowl at clips for secure seating.

There must be no discernible gap between sealing lip and side panel in area (1).

Fig 11: Identifying Cover Bowl Side Panel

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