Remove the front section of the front wheel arch cover

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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.
For additional information see: 00... RAISE THE VEHICLE USING A VEHICLE LIFT .

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

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING THE WHEEL .

NOTE: To provide a better overview: Schematic diagram with partially hidden components.

Remove screws (arrows).
Feed out the front section of wheel arch cover (1) and remove.

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