41 35 081 Removing And Installing Front Side Wall On Left

IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body components.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove wheel arch covers . See 51 71 038 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (FRONT SECTION) or 51 71 039 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER (REAR SECTION)
Depending on version: Unlock and disconnect plug connection for SIDE REPEATER and/or PMA
Remove TRIM PANEL FOR COVER ON SIDE MEMBER
Partially loosen BUMPER PANEL on the side
Remove SEAL MOUNTING for engine compartment lid

Fig 1: Identifying Front Side Wall On Left Mounting Screws
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Release screws.

Tightening torque 41 35 1AZ .

Tightening torque 41 35 2AZ .

Replacement:

Apply additional sealant to inside of front panel in area (1). Apply to area (1) based on shape of side wall to be replaced.

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

Fig 2: Identifying Front Panel Sealant Applying Area

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Only vehicles with PMA:

Repair work in area (1) is not permitted.

Replace side wall.

Fig 3: Identifying Side Wall Area

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For replacement , only national-market version Japan:

Systematic representation.

Fig 4: Identifying Wheel Arch Trim

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