51 47 305 Removing and installing/replacing stowage net in front footwell

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Special tools required:

00 9 317 . See MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL TOOLS .

Build date up to 08/2005:

Detach stowage net (1) from holder (2) and remove.

If necessary, replace faulty holders (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Stowage Net And Holders

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Build date from 09/2005:

Snap out stowage net (1) with special tool 00 9 317 in direction of arrow and remove.

Installation:

Position stowage net (1) by means of insert retainers and press into place until it can be heard to engage.

Fig 2: Removing Stowage Net

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Installation:

Replace all insert retainers (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Insert Retainers

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