Front Fender: Service and Repair

41 35 081 Removing And Installing Front Side Panel On Left







For stripping and rigging operations, refer to texts on KSD CD (job number 41 35 081).
Observe gap dimensions.







IMPORTANT: Do not damage adjoining body components.







Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove seal mounting for engine compartment lid
- Remove side repeater
- Remove trim panel for cover on side member
- Remove wheel arch covers
- Partially loosen bumper trim on the side







Raise engine compartment lid.
Loosen cowl panel cover (1) from the side wall (arrow).
Feed out sealing (2).







Release screw (1).
Tightening torque 41 35 1AZ.
Bend holder (2) approx. 15 mm to the rear.

Installation note:
After installation of the side wall, the holder must be bent back again.

IMPORTANT: When removing the side wall, the guide (1) on the headlight housing must not be damaged.







Installation note:
Pay attention to the correct installation position of the sidewall in the area of the guide (1).







Open door.
Release sealing (1) by about half.







Remove screws and nuts.
Tightening torque 41 35 1AZ.
Tightening torque 41 35 2AZ.
Feed side wall out in the area of the A-pillar, first outward, then toward the back.







Only vehicles with park assistant:

Repair work in area (1) is not permitted.
Replace side wall.