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51 12 ... Removing and installing/replacing trim for bumper trim at rear

Special tools required: 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release clip (1) on left/right.

Fig 1: Clip
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Release trim (1) at catches (2).

Fig 2: Trim And Catches
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Slide special tool 00 9 322 between trim (1) and bumper trim (2) and press down catches (3).

Unclip trim (1) towards rear.

Pull trim (1) towards rear slightly and release all further catches (3) with special tool 00 9 322. 

Installation: 

Catches (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Special Tool (00 9 322)
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