41 35 101 Stripping Operations - Replacing Rear Left Side Panel
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NOTE:
Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.
The following list basically represents the removal sequence.
- Disconnect battery negative lead
- Remove bumper trim
- Remove center bumper guide
- Remove left bumper guide
- Remove tail panel trim
- Remove rear lid
- Release rear lid seal
- Remove left rear lid
- Remove luggage compartment floor trim panel
- Remove left luggage compartment wheel arch trim
- Remove rear window
- Release rear seat and lay to one side.
- Remove backrest
- Remove left backrest side section
- Remove left lock striker.
- Remove left door edge protector.
- Remove left rear side member trim panel
- Remove left rear door
- Remove lower left door pillar trim
- Remove left tension spring for tailgate/boot lid
or
- Remove left tension spring and damper for tailgate/boot lid