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51 13 400 Removing and installing/replacing rear centre trim (up to 03/2005): Notes

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

NOTE: Detaching rear centre trim is shown on the left side; proceed in same way for detaching on the right side.

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection
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Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque 51 13 6AZ. Refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Lever out catches (1)

Fig 2: Removing Rear Centre Trim
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Remove complete rear centre trim (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation: 

Make sure two-part seal (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Identifying Seal
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If necessary, replace faulty clips (2).