Rear cross panel trim, removing and installing

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Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

Fig 1: Torque Wrench V.A.G 1410

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Torque wrench V.A.G 1410

Fig 2: Rear Cross Panel Trim Remove/Install Components

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1 - Screws (4x)

Tightening torque 5 Nm

2 - Rear cross panel trim

Removal:

Open luggage compartment floor lid.
Remove screws - 1 - (Qty. 4).
Carefully remove rear cross panel trim - 2 - from locking pins - arrows -.

Installing:

Installation is reverse of removal. Observe the following when doing so:

Rear lid rubber must lie over rear cross panel trim.
Tighten screws to 5 Nm.