41 61 060 Removing and installing/replacing hinge for engine compartment lid

Carry out repair work with a 2nd person helping.

Secure engine compartment lid against falling down using a second person.

Release nuts (1) and (2).

Tightening torque 41 61 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Engine Compartment Lid Nuts

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release GAS PRESSURE SPRING (1) on engine compartment lid.

Release screws (2) and remove hinge.

Tightening torque 41 61 2Z .

Installation note: 

ADJUST  hinge together with engine compartment lid.

Fig 2: Identifying Gas Pressure Spring And Hinge Screws

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.