51 47 151 Removing And Installing/Replacing Left Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim on rear apron .

Version with through-loading system:

Fold down backrest for left rear seat

Release expansion rivets (1).

Release screw (2) and remove trim (3).

Pull out luggage compartment wheel arch trim (4) in inwards direction.

Fig 1: Identifying Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim & Screws

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Replacement:

If necessary, install rear light cover and tensioning strap.