Install the cover panels on the front axle on the right and left
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NOTE:
Perform the steps on the right and left side.
Installing the front bottom wheel arch cover
- Guide the wheel arch cover (1) in.
- Tighten all bolts (arrows).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Wheel arch cover (screws) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Thermoplastic hexagon screw | Tightening torque | 3 Nm |
Install the rear section of the front wheel arch cover
NOTE:
To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.
- Feed in rear section (1) of the front wheel arch cover.
- Tighten screws (arrows).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Wheel arch cover (screws) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Thermoplastic hexagon screw | Tightening torque | 3 Nm |
Installing front wheel arch trim
- Check clips (1) for damage and replace if necessary.
Check
- Check detents (1) for damage.
Result
» Detent (1) of the wheel arch trim is damaged.
Measure
- Replace wheel arch trim.
- Snap the wheel arch trim (1) into the locks (2) on the front side panel.
- Feed in wheel arch trim (2) and engage on the clips (3).
- Replace the blind rivets (1).
Parts: Blind rivet
- Mount blind rivet (1) using the special tool 0 496 521 (00 2 230) .
Install the cover of the steering assembly
NOTE:
To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.
- Insert the cover (1).
- Tighten all bolts (arrows).
TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION
| Cover, steering unit | ||
|---|---|---|
| Screw | Tightening torque | 3 Nm |