51 46 050 Removing and installing/replacing top trim on rear apron

Release impact plates (1) with special tool 51 2 040  .

Fold luggage compartment floor trim panel.

Fig 1: Releasing Impact Plates With Special Tool 51 2 040

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Release expanding rivets (1).

Feed out trim (2).

Installation note: 

Make sure rubber seal (3) is correctly seated on trim (2).

Fig 2: Feeding Out Trim

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