Remove the rear section of the wheel arch cover on the front left and right

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

Removing the rear section of the front wheel arch cover front

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

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

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