Front End
Front end
Note! The illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and/or models. Some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.
Removal
Removing the front section
Remove:
- the headlights
- the bumper.
- the washer jets on the left and right side
- the cover plate
- the air guides
- hood catch cable
- hood catch
- radiator mounting
- power steering fluid reservoir
Disconnect:
- 2 impact sensors
- the cable harness and radiator hoses from the front plate.
Remove:
- the front edge of the fender
- the 3 screws in the top edge of the fender
- the fender and 5 M6 screws.
Pull the front edge of the fender outward slightly so that the screws are accessible. See the illustration.
Remove the 8 M8 screws of the front plate and remove the plate.
Installation
Installing the front section
Install:
- the front plate with 8 M8 screws
- the cable harness and radiator hoses
- the power steering fluid reservoir
- radiator mounting
- hood catch
- the hood catch cable
Check that the hood catch engages and disengages.
Install:
- 2 impact sensors
- the air guides
- the cover plate
- 2 washer jets.
Adjust the front fenders and screw them into place.
Install:
- the headlights
- the bumper.