41 61 571 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Hinge For Engine Compartment Lid, (For Vehicles With Active Pedestrian Protection AFGS)

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WARNING: Risk of injury. Adhere to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND GENERAL 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!

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Disconnect battery earth lead.
Remove engine compartment lid .

Remove gasket (1).

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect. Release bolt (2) and remove actuator (3). Tightening torque 41 61 4AZ . Release screws (4) and remove hinge. Tightening torque 41 61 2AZ . Mark severance cuts in accordance with specified dimensions and cut.

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Installation note: Adjust hinge together with engine compartment lid.