51 64 020 Removing and Installing/Replacing the Top Rear Connection (Connection of Both Wheel Arches at Front)

51 64 020 Removing And Installing/Replacing The Top Rear Connection (Connection Of Both Wheel Arches At Front)







WARNING:
- Risk of burning.
- Only perform work after engine has cooled down.







IMPORTANT: Driving without the connection is not permitted. (risk of damage to the body).







Necessary preliminary work:
- Remove side engine compartment lid gasket mounting in working area







Release screws (1). (Not for M5/M6 model)
Tightening torque 51 61 1AZ.
Unfasten screws (2).
Tightening torque 51 61 3AZ.
Release screws (3).
Tightening torque 51 61 5AZ.
Release screws (4).
Release screw (5).
Tightening torque 51 61 6AZ.
Raise front connection (6) together with rear connection (7).







NOTE: Shown removed here for purposes of clarity.

Raise front/rear connection (1) and disengage Bowden cable (2) at marked points.
Remove front/rear connection (1) with suspension cross-braces.







Replacement
Modify suspension cross-brace on left and right. (Not for M5/M6 model) Release screws (1).
Tightening torque 51 61 4AZ.
Detach rear connection (2) from front connection (3).

Installation note:
Guide lug secures rear connection (2) to front connection (3).







Only if replacing front connection (1):
Modify clips (2).