Installing The Front Side Panel On The Right

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Install side panel with a second person helping.
Screw in all screws on the side panel until it is just about still possible to move the side panel.

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
The gap dimensions form the basis for these repair instructions and must be observed without fail.
For additional information see: 41 00...
Gap dimensions for body

Adjust gap dimensions.

Tighten the screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Side panel to holder for side panel
Screw M6
	Tightening torque	8 Nm

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Tighten down screw (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Side panel to holder for side panel
Screw M6
	Tightening torque	8 Nm

Tighten down screws (2).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Front bumper panel to fender
Screw TS5X35
	Tightening torque	3 Nm

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Open the front door.

Tighten down screw (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Side panel to holder for side panel
Screw M6
	Tightening torque	8 Nm

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Close front door.

Tighten down screw (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Side panel to holder for side panel
Screw M6
	Tightening torque	8 Nm

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Tighten down screw (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Side panel to holder for side panel
Screw M6
	Tightening torque	8 Nm

G15171701

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Secure the wiring harness (2) including clip (1) at the side panel.

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Secure the side sill trim panel (2) including clip (1) on the side panel.

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Remove protective film (1).

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Remove protective film (1).

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Install the sound insulation (1).

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Follow-up work

Refer to INSTALLING SIDE PANEL SEALING .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT RIGHT WHEEL ARCH COVER .
Refer to INSTALLING THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH TRIM .
Refer to MOUNTING THE WHEEL .
Refer to RESETTING THE TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR .
Refer to INSTALLING THE GUTTER STRIP, RIGHT ON THE WINDSCREEN .