51 71 071 Removing and installing/replacing upper bulkhead cover

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Preliminary work: needed:

Remove WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER (front section)

Removal:

Unscrew the screws (1).

Feed out cover (2) towards top.

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Unscrew the screws (1).

Feed out cover (2) and remove.

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Installation:

Feed in cover (2).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 71 9AZ .

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Install cover (2).

Tighten down screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 71 9AZ .

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Required follow-up work:

Install WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER (front section)