51 71 039 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right wheel arch cover (rear section)

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NOTE: Prior to removing, pay attention to the exact installation position with respect to the adjoining components.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT WHEEL

Release all nuts.

Release screw (1).

Lever out clips (2).

Remove cover (3).

Installation:

Make sure cover (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Arch Cover With Screw And Clips

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