51 47 131 Replacing front trim for luggage compartment floor

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove backrest for rear seat
• Remove rear luggage compartment floor trim, see 51 47 102 Removing and installing/replacing luggage compartment floor trim panel 

Release expander rivets (1) and nuts (2) and remove trim (3) in direction of arrow.

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty expander rivets (1) and/or nuts (2).

Fig 1: Expander Rivets, Nuts And Trim

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Installation: 

Guides (1) and catches (2) on trim (4) must not be damaged.

Replacement: 

If necessary, detach sound insulation (3) from trim (4) and fit on new part.

Fig 2: Guides, Catches And Trim

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