51 13 401 Removing And Installing / Replacing Handle Strip (On Rear Lid)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove both REAR LIGHTS IN REAR LID

Release screws (1).

Snap handle strip (2) in direction of arrow out of clips (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Snaping Handle Strip Out Of Clips

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Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Replacement: 

Remove both BULBS FOR NUMBER/LICENCE PLATE LIGHT .

Fig 2: Identifying Clips

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