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51 16 235 Removing and installing panel for rear storage box

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 54 31 1AZ.  (See BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES )

Fig 1: Identifying Screws
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Lever out cover (1) and release screws underneath.

Fig 2: Levering Out Cover
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Installation: 

Catches (1 and 2) on cover (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Catches On Cover
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Release expansion rivets (1).

Pull up cover (2) slightly and unclip in upward direction.

Fig 4: Identifying Expansion Rivets
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Installation: 

Following parts of cover (3) must not be damaged or missing:

  1. Catches
  2. Mounts for expansion rivet
Fig 5: Identifying Catches & Mounts For Expansion Rivet
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NOTE: Seat removed for purposes of clarity.

Lever out plugs (1) on left/right and release screws underneath.

If necessary, disconnect plug connection for microswitch (2).

Disconnect plug connection (3).

Lever out panel (4) in upward direction and remove.

Installation: 

Catches (5) must not be damaged

Fig 6: Disconnecting Plug Connection
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