51 49 000 Removing and installing or replacing trim for rear lid

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with emergency release:

Detach handle (1) from clip (2).

Unhook Bowden cable (3) from handle (1).

Installation note:

Feed Bowden cable (3) through clip (2) and engage correctly in handle (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Bowden Cable, Handle And Clip

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Remove warning triangle (1) from bracket.

Release screws (2) and remove warning triangle holder.

Fig 2: Identifying Warning Triangle Screws

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Release expanding rivet (1).

If necessary, feed out Bowden cable from emergency release.

Remove trim panel (2).

Installation note:

Replace faulty expanding rivets (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Trim Panel And Rivet

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