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

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove TRIM ON REAR APRON 
• Remove FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT PANEL 

Version with through-loading system: 

• Fold down backrest for right rear seat

Specification with pocket holder: 

Pull expander rivets (1) out of pocket holder (2) and remove pocket holder (2).

Fig 1: Removing Pocket Holder

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Release clips (1).

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

Feed out luggage compartment wheel arch trim (4) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Feeding Out Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim

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Installation in version without through-loading system only: 

Installation: 

To install luggage compartment wheel arch trim, proceed as follows:

• Remove REAR SEAT
• Unscrew screws (1).
• Press backrest from luggage compartment in direction of vehicle interior and feed luggage compartment wheel arch trim between wheel arch and backrest
  Fig 3: Pressing Backrest From Luggage Compartment

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Tightening torque 52 24 01AZ .

Replacement: 

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

Fig 4: Identifying Retainers, Arch Trim And Securing Net

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