41 63 003 Replacing Cover Bowl: Notes
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
NOTE:
Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle type.
IMPORTANT:
Deformation of the sheet metal flanges in the side panel and the wheel arch results in permanent vehicle leakage. Carry out removal/installation with great care.
The following new body parts are required:
- (1) Filler bowl
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Release rubber collar (1) from cover bowl (2) by pressing inward.
NOTE:
Rubber collar (1) remains attached to vehicle.
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Press retaining strap (1) inwards and remove.
Remove grommets (2).
NOTE:
Grommets (2) are replaced with new cover bowl.
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Turn sleeve (1) through approx. 45° and pull out in direction of arrow.
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Installation:
Locks (1) on left/right of cover (2) must not be damaged.
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NOTE:
For purposes of clarity, picture shows cover bowl removed.
Insert screwdriver to specified measurement a and unlock cover bowl catch.
Measurement a = approx. 10 mm
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Keep cover bowl tensioned with pliers (1).
Unlock catches individually with screwdriver (2).
Unlock catches in following order:
- Top left
- Bottom left
- Top right
- Bottom right
Move screwdriver in opposite direction at both lower catches.
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Close hinge arm (1).
IMPORTANT:
Do not damage sheet metal flange of side panel.
Carefully twist out cover bowl (2) at first at rear in direction of arrow from side panel and remove.
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