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

Remove cover for loading sill. See 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. See 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: Removing Trim

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Installation: 

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

Fig 2: Checking Retainers And Rubber Parts On Rear Lid Lower Section

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Replacement only:

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

Fig 3: Removing Insulating Mat From Old Trim

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