51 46 050 Removing And Installing/Replacing Top Trim On Rear Apron

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Detach seal (1) in covered area of trim (2).

Release screws (3).

Release expander rivets (4) and lever out trim (2) in inward/upward direction.

Installation:

If necessary, replace damaged expander rivets (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Expander Rivets, Trim & Seal

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Replacement:

Lift off cover (1).

If necessary, feed out universal holders (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Universal Holders & Covers

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