41 35 081 Removing and installing/replacing front left side panel

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Read contents of BODY, GENERAL .

Observe GAP DIMENSIONS .

Preliminary work needed:

Remove TRIM FROM WHEEL ARCH at front left
Remove the TRIM PANEL FOR THE LEFT DOOR SILL
Remove AUXILIARY TURN SIGNAL LAMP
Remove LEFT WINDSHIELD PANEL COVER
Partially release WHEEL ARCH COVER

Attention:

Do not damage adjoining body parts.

Removal:

Release clips and remove cover (1).

Fig 1: Locating Cover Clips

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Loosen screws and remove side wall.

Fig 2: Side Wall Screws Location

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Installation:

Install side panel and tighten down screws.

Tightening torque 41 35 1AZ and 63 12 2AZ .

Fig 3: Side Wall Screws Location

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Joint cover (1) and secure with clips.

Fig 4: Locating Cover Clips

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