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6 RA Replacing Rear Left Side Panel (partial Replacement, C-pillar)line(E46 Saloon_se > < 5 RA Removing And Installing Or Replacing Left Or Right Front Side Panel|Page 2053
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Gently lift cowl panel cover upwards.

While raised, grip cowl panel cover firmaly and release retaining
screw on side wall at front.

Caution!

Do not damage body parts adjoining front side wall when
removing side wall!

Protect adjoining body parts e.g. by attaching adhesive tape.

Unscrew upper mounting bolts.

Take off side panel.

Installation:

Fit side wall, ensure uniform distances to door and engine
hood,

refer to 41 00 ... Gap dimensions on doors /engine hood and
trunk lid

refer to 41 00 ... Window and door seams

RA  Removing and installing or replacing left or right front side panel

BMW AG - TIS

19.01.2013  14:18

Issue status (12/2007) Valid only until next DVD is issued

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6 RA Replacing Rear Left Side Panel (partial Replacement, C-pillar)line(E46 Saloon_se > < 5 RA Removing And Installing Or Replacing Left Or Right Front Side Panel|Page 2053