Removing the cover in the engine compartment on the rear left or right

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Removing the cover in engine compartment at the rear left

Loosen the lock (1) .
Remove the cover (2) .

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Removing the cover in the engine compartment at the right rear

Loosen the lock (1) .
Remove the cover (2) .

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Covering the vehicle battery

WARNING: Unprotected battery terminals.
Risk of short circuits! Risk of fire!

Cover the vehicle battery.

NOTE: The following step(s) must be performed if the listed component(s) is/are installed.

Cover the vehicle battery with the special tool 2 452 007 as shown .

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