Side Panel Trim, Removing And Installing: Removing

-- Open the luggage compartment side trim panel cover.

-- Knock the insulation to the side.

-- Carefully warm the side panel -1- using the Wiring Harness Repair Set - Hot Air Blower:VAS1978/14A  .

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-- Release the catches -A arrows-, carefully pry up the side panel trim -arrow- at the same time do not damage the paint coat.