51 47 490 Removing and installing/replacing underbody protection (front)

Overview of Activities 

Key processes 

1. Removing the front underbody protection
2. Installing the front underbody protection

Additional Information 

Overview of Tightening Torques 

General information 

Key processes 

1. Removing the front underbody protection 
   NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.

   Loosen screws 1.

   Loosen all screws along the line 2.

   Remove underbody protection 3.

   Fig 1: Underbody Protection And Screws Line

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2. Installing the front underbody protection 
   NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.

   Position underbody protection 3.

   Tighten all screws along line 2.

   Tighten the screws 1.

   Fig 2: Underbody Protection And Screws Line

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   TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATIONS
   
   

   Underbody protection front

   Screw not metric thread

   3 Nm

   Screw M6

   8.8 Nm

   Nut

   2.5 Nm