41 61 071 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Hinge For Engine Compartment Lid (Active Pedestrian Protection) (Up To 09/ 2011)
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WARNING:
Adhere to SAFETY INFORMATION
so as to avoid a danger of injury by the actuator.
The BATTERY EARTH LEAD must be clamped off prior to work on the hinge or engine compartment lid.
The BATTERY EARTH LEAD must be clamped off prior to work on the hinge or engine compartment lid.
IMPORTANT:
When replacing the hinge, it is absolutely essential after installing to remove the retaining screws (1) fitted on the new hinge.
If the retaining screws are not removed after installation, active pedestrian protection will not function.
If the retaining screws are not removed after installation, active pedestrian protection will not function.
Necessary preliminary work:
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD
Remove ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID
Remove ACTUATOR
NOTE:
For purposes of clarity, graphic shows holder for actuator and gas pressure spring removed.
Release screws (1) and remove hinge.
Installation note:
Tightening torque 41 61 3AZ .
ADJUST hinge together with engine compartment lid.