41 61 014 Engine Compartment Lid Adjustments

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The specified BODY GAP DIMENSIONS serve as the basis for adjustment tasks.

Make unpainted surfaces visible by also moving the hinges.

Touch these up in the appropriate color.

NOTE: Carry over schematic representation to the relevant vehicle type.

Loosen screws (1) and (2) on left and right hinges.

Hood lid must be able to be moved.

NOTE: If the adjustment range is not sufficient, release retaining screws of engine hood hinge on body and move hinge.

Fig 1: Identifying Hinges Screws

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Locks and retaining hook must snap correctly into place.

Adjust engine hood.

NOTE: VERTICAL ADJUSTMENT of engine hood to side panel by means of stop pads.

Fig 2: Locking And Retaining Hook

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NOTE: Height adjustment of bonnet to front wall:
Release screw (1) and remove cover (2).
Height adjustment by turning at closing hooks (3).

Fig 3: Screw, Cover And Hooks

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Tighten down all screw connections again.

Tightening torque 41 61 1AZ .

IMPORTANT: Check function of retaining hook.