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2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)
Front Fender Liner: Service and Repair
2008 BMW M5 (E60) V10-5.0L (S85)SECTION Service and Repair
51 71 040 - Removing and installing/replacing front left or right wheel arch cover
Important!
Risk of mixing up
Make sure the various screws are fitted in the correct locations.
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- If necessary, remove left/right front wheel Removing or Installing Front or Rear Wheel
Release screws (1) and (3).
Unscrew nuts (2).
Release screws (6).
If necessary, release screws (7).
If necessary, release expander rivets (4).
Carefully feed out front wheel arch cover (5) towards top.
Installation Note:
Make sure front wheel arch trim is correctly seated.
Replacement:
Right side only:
If necessary, modify bottom right wheel arch trim Removing and Installing/Replacing Front Bottom Right Wheel Arch Trim.
RENDER: 1.0x
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.