Removing The Front Left Side Panel

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WARNING: Vehicle may slip off the vehicle hoist if the vehicle hoist is handled incorrectly .
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!

Observe safety instructions on raising the vehicle using a vehicle hoist.
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Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVE THE GUTTER STRIP ON THE WINDSCREEN .
Refer to REMOVING THE WHEEL .
Refer to REMOVING THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH TRIM .
Refer to REMOVE FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER .
Refer to REMOVING SEALING SIDE PANEL .

Remove the sound insulation (1).

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Mask the area (1) around the headlights and at the bumper panel using plastic adhesive tape.

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Mask the area (1) of the door with plastic adhesive tape.

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Release the clip (1) and release the side sill trim panel (2) on the side panel.

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Release the clip (1) and release the wiring harness (2) from the side panel.

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Loosen screw (1).

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Loosen screw (1).

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Open the front door.
Loosen screw (1).
Close front door.

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Loosen screws (1) and (2).

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Release the screws (arrows) and remove the side panel.

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