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

Special tools required: 

• 51 2 040

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

Fold luggage compartment floor trim panel.

Fig 1: Releasing Impact Plates Using Special Tool (51 2 040)

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Release expanding rivets (1).

Feed out trim (2).

Installation: 

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

Fig 2: Removing Trim

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