41 35 081 Removing And Installing Front Side Panel On Left

Observe 41 00... BODY GAP DIMENSIONS .

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).

Loosen screws and remove side wall.

Tightening torque: 41 35 1AZ .

Replacement: 

• Apply additional sealant to inside of front panel in area (1) analogous with series.

  Material: SEALANT D1  (sourcing reference via BMW Parts Department).

• Remount holder (2).
  Fig 3: Front Panel Inside Area And Holder

  Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

For replacement  , only national-market version Japan:

Replace WHEEL ARCH TRIM  (1).