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41 61 010 Removing And Installing Engine Compartment Lid (Active Pedestrian Protection AFGS)

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WARNING: Danger of injury.
The BATTERY EARTH LEAD must be clamped off on vehicles with AFGS active pedestrian protection.
Adhere to the following SAFETY INFORMATION so as to avoid a danger of injury by the actuator.
IMPORTANT: Support engine compartment lid in fully opened position with suitable apparatus.
Removal of the engine compartment lid must be carried out with the assistance of a second person.

Follow instructions on ACTIVE PEDESTRIAN PROTECTION  system.

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Disconnect NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE .

Unscrew nuts (1).

Remove engine compartment lid.

Installation note: 

Install engine compartment lid at screw locations to on hinge.

Tightening torque 41 61 1AZ .

If necessary, adjust ENGINE COMPARTMENT LID .

Fig 1: Identifying Hinge Nuts
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