41 61 071 Removing and Installing/Replacing Hinge For Engine Compartment Lid (Active Pedestrian Protection) Vehicles From 09/2

41 61 071 Removing And Installing/Replacing Hinge For Engine Compartment Lid (Active Pedestrian Protection) Vehicles From 09/2011







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.
- Support engine compartment lid in fully opened position with suitable apparatus. Risk of injury.







For stripping and rigging operations, refer to texts on KSD CD (job number 41 61 071).

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







Position suitable cloth under engine compartment lid without gaps.







IMPORTANT:
- After screws have been slackened no lateral forces must be exerted on the engine compartment lid.
- Secure engine compartment lid with a second person.

Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 41 61 1AZ.







Release screws (1) and remove hinge.
Tightening torque 41 61 3AZ.

Installation note:
Adjust hinge together with engine compartment lid.