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51 49 090 Removing and installing/replacing trim for rear lid lower section

Remove cover for loading sill. Refer to 51 49 080 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING COVER FOR LOADING SILL (ON REAR LID LOWER SECTION) .

Remove insert for trim on rear lid lower section. Refer to 51 49 085 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING INSERT FOR TRIM ON REAR LID LOWER SECTION .

Raise cover (1) and release screws (2).

Release screws (3) and remove trim (4).

Fig 1: Raising Cover And Releasing Screws
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Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty retainers (1) and rubber parts (2) on rear lid lower section (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Retainers And Rubber Parts
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Replacement Only: 

Remove insulating mat (1) from old trim (2) and insert in new trim.

Fig 3: Removing Insulating Mat
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