Removing Rear Trim Panel

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Operation described predominantly on the left side. Right side identical.

Open welded connections (1).

Open brazed connections (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Welded And Brazed Connections

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Open welded connections in area (1).

Open bonded connections in areas (2).

Remove rear trim.

Fig 2: Identifying Welded And Bonded Connections Areas

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