Rear Lid Grip Piece

Removal 

-- Disconnect inner connector at grip piece -4-.

Fig 1: Identifying Nuts On Securing Pieces At Left And Right

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1. Securing Piece
   • Remove nuts on securing pieces -1- at left and right as well as nuts -2-.

     -- Remove securing pieces from lid.

     -- Tightening specification 8 Nm.

   • Release retainer on grip piece and pull out of lid.

Fig 2: Releasing Grip Piece Retainer

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-- Press both catches -arrows- over license plate lights down and remove grip piece -1-.

Installation 

To install, perform the steps used in removal in reverse order.