General body repairs, exterior

Removing and installing bonnet release lever

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Removing

Removing and installing bonnet release lever
  • Tighten release lever -1- and unlock bonnet.
  • Insert a small screwdriver in gap between release lever -1- and retaining clip -2-.
  • Lever retaining clip -2- out of release lever -1--arrow b- and pull release lever off mounting bracket -3--arrow a-.
For further work on mounting bracket -3-, A-pillar lower trim -4- must be removed → General body repairs, interior; Rep. gr.70.

Installing

Removing and installing bonnet release lever
l Lower A-pillar trim -3- is installed.
  • Push retaining clip -2- into release lever -1-.
  • Press retaining lever -1- onto mounting bracket -4-.
  • Before closing bonnet, check function of release lever and cable.

Test yourself

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