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32 41... Instructions For Removing And Installing Ear Clips

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 BMW Alpina and 2007 BMW Alpina. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Special tools required:

32 1 260

NOTE: The work steps are show on assorted components.
Ear clip must always be replaced.

To remove an ear clip, place special tool 32 1 260 at right angles to ear and cut ear open.

Fig 1: Identifying Special Tool 32 1 260

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The ear clip can be fitted not only axially but also radially after the hook fastener has been opened.

Fig 2: Identifying Ear Clip

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Attach hook fastener and press ear together with special tool 32 1 260 .

Fig 3: Pressing Ear With Special Tool 32 1 260

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Side cutter of special tool 32 1 260 can be used in areas which are difficult to access.

Fig 4: Identifying Special Tool 32 1 260

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IMPORTANT: Gap (A) max. 1 mm!

Fig 5: Identifying Gap

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