51 49 000 Removing and installing or replacing trim for tailgate

Remove warning triangle (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Warning Triangle

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Release screw (2) from warning triangle holder (4).

Remove warning triangle holder (4).

Release remaining bolts (2).

Use appropriate tool to unclip trim panel (see highlighted area) from tailgate (1).

Feed out tailgate lock with emergency release (3).

Remove panel for tailgate (1).

Installation:

Replace faulty clips (1).

Insert trim of tailgate properly.

Fig 2: Identifying Tailgate, Warning Triangle Holder, Bolts And Screws

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Properly feed through emergency release of tailgate lock.

Replacement:

Modify clips (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Tailgate Trim Clips

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