51 49 008 Removing and installing/replacing panel for rear lid

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release expansion rivets (1).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty expander rivets (1).

Fig 1: Expander Rivets

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Release screws (1).

Unclip clips (2) and remove trim (3) towards bottom.

Fig 2: Clips And Trim

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Installation:

All clips (1) are white.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Remove insulating mat (2) from old trim (3) and insert in new trim.

Fig 3: Insulating Mat And Trim

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