Remove/Install Underbody Paneling - Ar61.30-P-1001LW

Model 205 

Model 253 With Engine 177, 264, 274, 276, 642, 651, 654, 656 

Fig 1: Underbody Paneling Component Locations (Model 253 With Engine 177, 264, 274, 276, 642, 651, 654, 656) (1 Of 2)

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Shown on model 253 on left side of vehicle 

Shown on model 205.4 with engine 274.9 

Fig 2: Underbody Paneling Component Locations (Model 253 With Engine 177, 264, 274, 276, 642, 651, 654, 656) (2 Of 2)

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	Notes on safety-relevant components		AH00.00-Z-0019-01A .
	Remove/install
1	Raise vehicle.		AR00.60-P-1002LWG .
2	Remove screws (9) and remove trim (10).	Model 253 with engine 177, 264, 274, 276, 642, 651, 654, 656
3	Remove screw/bolts (2).
4	Remove expansion rivet (5).	Model 205
5	Remove expansion rivets (3) and press front fender liner (4) to the side until the nut (6) underneath is accessible.	Model 205 A quick-release coupling is installed instead of the nut (6).
6	Remove nuts (6) and remove underfloor paneling (1).	Model 205 Partially quick-release couplings are installed instead of nuts (6). Model 205 Press on quick-release couplings to stop. Push underfloor paneling (1) below engine compartment paneling.
7	Remove nuts (7) and remove underfloor paneling (8).	The underfloor paneling (8) can deviate in position and mount depending on equipment installed.
8	Install in the reverse order.