41 61 543 Repairing Both Hood Hinges
WARNING:
Adhere to the following 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!
Use suitable tool to support hood in the fully opened position. Risk of injury.
The BATTERY EARTH LEAD must be clamped off prior to work on the hinge or engine compartment lid!
Use suitable tool to support hood in the fully opened position. Risk of injury.
Necessary preliminary work:
Disconnect BATTERY EARTH LEAD .
Following new body parts are required (see applicable BMW parts catalogue):
- Hood hinge repair kit consisting of:
- Spring
- Lever
- Bolt
Open hood and support in the fully opened position with a suitable device.
Release screw (1) and remove lever (2).
Attention!
Left-hand thread!
Release screw (1) and remove lever (2).
Installation note:
Insert springs (1) in levers (2) for left and right sides.
Installation note:
Check that fitted position of lever (1) is correct.
Position lever (1) in recess on hood hinge and tighten bolt (1).
Tightening torque 41 61 3AZ .
Repeat procedure on right side of vehicle.
Tightening torque 41 61 4AZ .