Removing the acoustic cover for the engine at the front

NOTE: DANGER
High-voltage system.
The high-voltage system operates on the basis of hazardous, electrical voltage and high currents. Danger to life through electric shock!

All work on the high-voltage system may only be carried out by specially trained and technically experienced personnel.
For additional information see:
SAFETY INFORMATION ON HANDLING HYBRID CARS .
For additional information see:
NOTES ON REPAIR OF HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY UNIT .

Preliminary work

Check if the acoustic cover (1) in marked area is cut through.
If necessary, cut through acoustic covering (1) marked area.

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Release all expanding rivets in marked areas.
Guide the acoustic cover (1) out and remove.

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