51 47 161 Removing and installing/replacing right luggage compartment wheel arch trim

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with through-loading system:

Lever out socket (1) in direction of arrow and disconnect plug connection.

Fig 1: Removing Socket

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Installation:

Guide (1) and catches (2) on socket (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Guide, Catches, Socket

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Release expansion rivets (1).

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

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

Fig 3: Pulling Out Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim

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Replacement:

If necessary, release retainer (1) on back of luggage compartment wheel arch trim (2) and remove securing net (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim, Retainer, Securing Net

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