51 71 038 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right wheel arch cover (front section)

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove FRONT WHEEL

NOTE: For a better view surrounding components have been omitted.

Release screws (1).

Feed out wheel arch cover (2).

Installation note:

Ensure wheel arch cover (2) and cooling air routing are correctly fitted.

Fig 1: Wheel Arch Cover And Screw

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Replacement:

Modify lid (1) on wheel arch cover (2).

Fig 2: Wheel Arch Cover Lid

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