Removing rear trim panel

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Operation is partially described on the left side. Right side identical.

Release screws (1) and remove support (2).

Tightening torque 41 34 1AZ .

Version with automatic tailgate activation:

Shut down automatic read lid actuation. See REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) CONTROL UNIT FOR AUTOMATIC OPERATION OF TAILGATE SYSTEM .

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage to spindle drive: only move rear lid slowly by hand.
If necessary, remove spindle drive. See LEFT SPINDLE DRIVE and RIGHT SPINDLE DRIVE .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Trim Panel Screws And Support

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Open welded connections in areas (1).

Open weld joints in areas (2) from inside.

Remove rear trim.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Trim Welded Connections Areas

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