Removal & Installation

Lever out cover (1) on rear lid lock (2) with (universal wedge) special tool 00 9 318.

Detach rear lid rubber.

Fig 1: Detaching Rear Lid Rubber

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Release screw (1).

Detach panel (2) at top approx. 30 mm from roof pillar.

Fig 2: Releasing Screw

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Pull panel (1) to one side.

Detach lug (2) from headliner (3).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty lug (2) or clip (4).

Fig 3: Detaching Lug From Headliner

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Lift panel (1) over rear lid lock (2) and remove.

Fig 4: Lifting Panel Over Rear Lid Lock

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Installation:

Make sure guide (1) and journal (2) are correctly seated on panel (3).

Fig 5: Inspecting Guide And Journal Are Correctly Seated On Panel

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