51 71... Removing And Installing/Replacing Cover For Carbon Canister

2011 BMW 128i 2D Convertible, N51, StandardSECTION 51 71... Removing And Installing/Replacing Cover For Carbon Canister

Release screws (1 and 2).

Remove cover (2).

Installation:Β 

If necessary, replace faulty metal nuts.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws & Cover
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