Removing Wing

Information 

• Some of the repair illustrations show only one side of the vehicle  .
• Naturally, some steps also have to be performed on the opposite side of the vehicle as well  .

Information 

The number of plug connections can vary, depending on equipment.

1. Remove front profile seal -1-  as far as the lock carrier.
   Fig 1: Removing Profile Seal

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2. Remove expansion rivet -1-  from the heat protection panel.
   Fig 2: Removing Expansion Rivet

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   1. 2.1. Push pin through towards the engine compartment.
   2. 2.2. Remove expansion rivet -1-  from the engine compartment side.
3. Unclip wiring harness -1-  under the headlight mounting point.
   Fig 3: Disconnecting Wiring Harness

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   CAUTION: Incorrect triggering of airbag modules.

   • Danger of injury and material damage if airbag sensors are not handled correctly!

   → Remove ignition key. Disconnect battery. Route or isolate ground strap so that all contact with a ground carrier (e.g. body, seat frame) is avoided.

   → Always wait one minute after disconnecting the battery before disconnecting the connector from the sensor.

   → The airbag sensor must not be removed with the plug plugged in!

   → The airbag sensors cannot be interchanged. Install the sensor listed in the Spare Parts Information (PET).

   → Always replace fastening nuts and bolts of sensors after customer service and reworking.

   → Never make alterations to the micro-encapsulated nuts and bolts which have a negative effect on the bond (e.g. using lubricant, loosening bolts and screwing them down again).

4. Remove electric plug connection -1-  for airbag sensor.
   1. 4.1. Release electric plug connection -1-  . -a- 
   2. 4.2. Pull off electric plug connection -1-  . -A 
      Fig 4: Pulling Connector Off Airbag Sensor

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5. Release electric plug connection -1-  (-a-  ) and pull it off the side direction indicator light. -A 
   Fig 5: Removing Side Direction Indicator Light

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6. Remove hose -1-  for headlight ventilation.
   1. 6.1. Unclip hose -1-  for headlight ventilation at the retaining bracket.
   2. 6.2. Release locking mechanism on grommet at the air grille -a-  and remove grommet. -B- 
   3. 6.3. Remove hose.
   Fig 6: Removing Hose For Headlight Ventilation
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7. Remove retaining strip.
   1. 7.1. Puncture and remove expansion rivets using a suitable tool.
   2. 7.2. Remove retaining strip -1-  .
   Fig 7: Removing Retaining Strip
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8. Unscrew and remove lower fastening screws -1-  for the door sill.
   Fig 8: Removing Fastening Screws For Door Sill

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9. Unscrew and remove fastening screws -1-  for the A-pillar.
   Fig 9: Fastening Screws For A-Pillar

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10. Unscrew and remove fastening screws -1-  under the headlight mounting point.
    Fig 10: Fastening Screws Under Headlight Mounting Point

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11. Unscrew and remove fastening screw -1-  for lock carrier.
    Fig 11: Fastening Screw For Lock Carrier

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    1. 11.1. Dispose of fastening screw -1-  and use a new screw during installation.
12. Unscrew and remove fastening screws -1-  .
    Fig 12: Fastening Screws In Engine Compartment

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13. Remove the wing.
    1. 13.1. Remove the wing carefully since the splash guard for the door area is still fitted.