51 12 812 Replacing left deformation element (version with range extender)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screw (1) and allow sensor (2) to hang downwards.

Installation note:

Ensure that the holder (3) is correctly positioned.

Fig 1: Identifying Holder, Screw And Allow Sensor

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Remove screws and nuts.

Tightening torque 18 32 5AZ and 18 32 6AZ .

Remove heat shield (1).

Fig 2: Locating Heat Shield Screws And Nuts

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Release nuts (1) and screw (2).

Tightening torque 18 32 5AZ and 18 32 6AZ .

Feed out heat shield (3) downwards.

Fig 3: Identifying Heat Shield, Screws And Nuts

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Support exhaust system.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 18 20 1AZ .

Fig 4: Identifying Exhaust System Screws

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Release screw (1).

Fold up insulation (2) in bottom area.

Fig 5: Folding Up Insulation

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 17 42 2AZ .

Fig 6: Identifying Electrical Fan Screws

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 12 6AZ .

Pull out deformation element.

Fig 7: Identifying Rear Bumper Screws

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