51 46 006 Removing and installing/replacing trim for rear parcel shelf

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove panel for roof pillar at rear left/right
• Partially detach seat back

Release expander rivets (1) on rear parcel shelf (2).

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty expander rivets (1).

Raise rear parcel shelf (2) and release plug connection on left/right mid-range speakers.

Feed out rear parcel shelf (2) over guides (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim For Rear Parcel Shelf

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Replacement:

Remove left/right mid-range speakers.