51 46 070 Removing and installing/replacing upper partition panel

Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove REAR SIDE TRIM PANELS
Remove ROLLOVER PROTECTION COVER BRACKET
If necessary, place backrests in vertical position and move seats fully forwards

Release screws (1).

Lever out caps for lashing eyes and release screws (2).

Tightening torque 51 46 6AZ .

Professional HiFi system only:

Remove TWEETER (3)

Lift out upper partition wall panel (4) at an angle.

Replacement

If necessary, replace middle trim (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Middle Trim And Upper Partition Wall Panel With Screws

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Installation:

Locking hooks (1) on front partition wall panel (2) must not be broken.

If necessary, replace upper partition wall panel (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Locking Hooks On Front Partition Wall Panel

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