51 71 478 Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim On Rear Left Or Right Wheel Arch

Release blind rivets (1).

Release trim (2) at clips (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Identifying Blind Rivets And Trim

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Installation: 

Catches (1) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (2).

Fit clips (2) with sealing ring.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches And Clips

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