Partially install both front wheel arch trims

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Partly install the front wheel arch trim

Check

Check detents (1) for damage.

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Result

» The detents (1) of the wheel arch trim are damaged.

Measure
- Replace wheel arch trim.
Check the clips (1) for damage and replace if necessary.

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Clip the wheel arch trim into the clip (3) the area of the bumper cover and into the detents (2).
Mount blind rivet (1) using the special tool 0 496 521 (00 2 230) .

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