51 49 000 Removing and installing/replacing panel for rear lid

Necessary preliminary tasks 

• Remove TRIM FOR REAR WINDOW FRAME  on left/right.
• Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTS ON REAR LID .

Release screws (1) in recessed handle.

Feed back handle (2) of emergency unlocking.

Release panels (3) at clips (4) and remove.

Fig 1: Identifying Back Handle, Panels, Clips And Screws

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Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1 and 2).

Make sure all clips are installed in correct position.

1. Grey clip
2. White clip
   Fig 2: Identifying Faulty Clips

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