51 46 050 Removing And Installing/Replacing Top Trim On Rear Apron

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Detach seal (1) in covered area of trim (4).

Lever out protective caps (2) and release screws underneath.

Release expansion rivets (3).

Lever out trim (4) inwards/upwards.

Installation:

If necessary, replace damaged protective caps (2) and expander rivets (3).

Fig 1: Protective Caps, Expansion Rivets

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Replacement

Lift off cover (1).

If necessary, feed out universal holders (2).

Fig 2: Universal Holders And Cover

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