41 61 071 Removing and Installing/Replacing Hinge For Left Engine Compartment Lid (Active Pedestrian Protection)

41 61 071 Removing And Installing/Replacing Hinge For Left Engine Compartment Lid (Active Pedestrian Protection)







WARNING:
- Adhere to the following safety information so as to avoid a danger of injury by the actuator.
- The battery earth lead must be clamped off prior to work on the hinge or engine compartment lid.







IMPORTANT:
- When replacing the hinge, it is absolutely essential after installing to remove the retaining screws (1) fitted on the new hinge.
- If the retaining screws are not removed after installation, active pedestrian protection will not function.







Necessary preliminary work:
Disconnect battery earth lead
Remove engine compartment lid
Remove actuator







NOTE: For purposes of clarity, graphic shows holder for actuator and gas pressure spring removed.

Release screws (1) and remove hinge.

Installation note:
Tightening torque 41 61 3AZ.

Adjust hinge together with engine compartment lid.

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