51 71 495 Removing and installing/replacing emergency wheel pan

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove emergency wheel (refer to Owner's Manual)

Pull up emergency wheel pan and secure with handle (1).

Release plastic nut (3).

Release screw (2).

Extend handle (1) sideways.

Fig 1: Plastic Nut, Handle And Screw

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Turn holder (1).

Grip emergency wheel pan and release plastic nut (2).

Lower emergency wheel pan onto floor.

Fig 2: Holder And Plastic Nut

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Lift vehicle.

Release screws (1).

Remove emergency wheel pan (2) towards bottom.

Fig 3: Emergency Wheel Pan And Screws

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