41 63 003 Cover Bowl Replacement

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FLAP FOR FUEL FILLER NECK
Remove SERVODRIVE FOR TANK FILLER FLAP

Turn cover (1) through approx. 45° and lever out in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Turning Cover Through Approx. 45° And Lever Out In Direction Of Arrow

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Remove rubber pad (3).

Press retaining strap (1) inwards and remove.

Remove cover (2).

Lever out seal (4) inwards.

Insert a suitable tool through bores (3) and release catches.

Installation:

Make sure seal (4) is correctly seated.

IMPORTANT: If seal (4) has been removed, it must be turned inside out.

Installation:

Catches (1) on ejector (2) must not be damaged.

Check protective cap (3) for correct seating.

Fig 2: Identifying Rubber Pad

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Fig 3: Identifying Catches On Ejector Must Not Be Damaged

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Installation:

Locks (1) on left/right of cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Locks On Left/Right Of Cover

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Close flap (1).

Twist cover bowl (2) in direction of arrow out of side panel and remove.

Fig 5: Twisting Cover Bowl In Direction Of Arrow Out Of Side Panel

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Installation:

Following parts on cover bowl (6) must not be damaged or missing:

Rubber pad
Catches, top/bottom
Spring
Catch
Guide

Fig 6: Identifying Parts On Cover Bowl

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