41 61 563 Removing and installing/replacing the left hood hinge (hood removed)

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IMPORTANT:

These instructions apply only to vehicles without active pedestrian protection.

For vehicles with active pedestrian protection, observe SEPARATE PROCEDURE .

Necessary preliminary work

Removal

Remove water drain channel (1).

Fig 1: Water Drain Channel

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Release screws (1) and remove hinge.

Fig 2: Hinge Screws

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Installation

Install hinge and tighten screws (1).

Tightening torque 41 61 2AZ .

Fig 3: Hinge Screws

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Install water drain channel (1).

Fig 4: Water Drain Channel

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Required follow-up work: