41 12 557 Replacing Middle Luggage Compartment Floor Stripping Operations (Tail Panel Removed)

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NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.

The following list basically represents the removal sequence.

Remove exhaust system (job number: 1800020)
Remove heat shield
Remove positive battery cable (job number: 6112002)
Remove air supply system (job number: 37 22 540)

Release nuts for sealing flange connection (1). Remove sealing flange connection with positive battery cables (2) and set aside.

Fig 1: Release Nuts For Sealing Flange Connection

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Installation note: Make sure gasket is correctly installed. (watertightness). Replace gasket if necessary. Replace M5 nuts for sealing flange connection.

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage! Protect positive battery cables against mechanical damage.