51 13 400 Removing And Installing/Replacing Rear Centre Trim (Up To 03/2005)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- If necessary, remove number/license plate
- Remove TRIM FOR REAR LID AT BOTTOM
- Remove REAR LIGHT FROM CENTRE OF REAR LID
NOTE:
Detaching rear centre trim is shown on the left side; proceed in same way for detaching on the right side.
Disconnect plug connection (1).
Unscrew nuts (2).
Tightening torque: 51 13 6AZ . See TRIM PARTS, COVERS, HANDLE TRIM for specs.
Lever out catches (1)
Remove complete rear centre trim (2) in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Make sure two-part seal (1) is correctly seated.
If necessary, replace faulty clips (2).
Replacement only:
Remove both REAR LIGHTS .
If necessary, remove two-part seal.