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51 23 400 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Actuator (Active Pedestrian Protection) (Vehicles From 09/2011)

WARNING: Adhere to the following SAFETY INFORMATION so as to avoid a danger of injury by the actuator.
The BATTERY NEGATIVE LEAD must be clamped off prior to work on the actuator or engine compartment lid!
Do not exert any force on the actuator.
Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the actuator and thereby cause serious injury.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD

Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release bolt (2) and remove actuator (3).

Tightening torque 41 61 8AZ .

Comply with notes regarding handling active PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION .

Fig 1: Identifying Actuator Plug Connection, Bolt
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