41 33 039 Removing And Installing Front Panel

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unlock plug-in connector (1) for horn and disconnect.

Shown on left side, right side identical.

Fig 1: Identifying Horn Plug-In Connector

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Open clutch (1) and detach Bowden cable for hood/bonnet release.

Release screw (2).

Tightening torque 63 12 1AZ .

Unlock plug connection (3) for headlight and disconnect.

Unlock plug connection for wiring harness (4) and disconnect.

Release screws (5).

Tightening torque 17 10 2AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Headlight Plug Connection And Screws

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Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 63 12 1AZ .

Unlock plug connection (2) for headlight and disconnect.

Release screws (3).

Tightening torque 17 10 2AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Headlight Plug Connection And Screw

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Pull out retainer (2) upwards.

Press the 5 latch mechanisms inward and remove bearing pin (2) upward.

Shown on left side, right side identical.

In case of damage during disassembly, replace bearing pin (plug).

Fig 4: Identifying Retainer And Bearing Pin

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Release screws (1) on engine support on both sides and remove front panel.

Tightening torque 51 11 3AZ .

Fig 5: Identifying Screws On Engine Support

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Installation note:

When mounting the front panel, ensure that the intake air channel (1) is correctly positioned.

Fig 6: Identifying Intake Air Channel

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Installation note:

In area (1), ensure that the side wall and headlight are correctly positioned.

Fig 7: Identifying Side Wall And Headlight In Area

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