Hood Hinge: Service and Repair

51 23 400 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Or Right Actuator (Active Pedestrian Protection)







WARNING:
- Adhere to the following safety information so as to avoid a danger of injury by the actuator.
- The battery negative lead must be clamped off prior to work on the actuator or engine compartment lid.
- Do not exert any force on the actuator.
- Incorrect handling may result in triggering of the actuator and thereby cause serious injury.







Necessary preliminary work:
Disconnect battery earth lead.
Remove cowl panel cover.







Lever out clip (1).
Release screws (2) and remove cavity sealing (3).







Unlock plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release bolt (2) and remove actuator (3).
Tightening torque 41 61 4AZ.
Comply with notes regarding handling active pedestrian protection.