51 71... Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right wheel arch splash guard

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Release screw and nut (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Wheel Arch Splash Guard Nuts

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Release cable holder (1).

Remove splash guard (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Cable Holder And Splash Guard

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Installation:

Engage lug for cable (1) on stud (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Cable On Stud

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