51 13 400 Removing and installing or replacing rear finisher

Unscrew and remove licence plate. Open trunk lid.

Lift out licence plate lights (1) and remove connector. Lift out clips (2).

Fig 1: Lifting Out Licence Plate Lights

Remove gasket.

Fig 2: Removing Gasket

Installation:

The recesses in the gasket and trunk lid must be aligned with one another.

Fig 3: Aligning Gasket & Trunk Lid Recesses

Lift lower rear finisher (1) over lock cylinder (2) and unclip by pulling downwards and backwards.

Fig 4: Unclipping Lower Rear Finisher

Installation:

If necessary, replace damaged clips.

Fig 5: Identifying Clips

Installation:

If applicable, replace neoprene tape (1).

Fig 6: Identifying Neoprene Tape & Grommet