65 24 100 Removing and installing/replacing aerial

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When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove ADDITIONAL BRAKE LIGHT

Using a suitable tool, lever out the retaining lugs (1) of the cover (2).

Pull cover (2) off the rear spoiler (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Spoiler And Cover Retaining Lugs

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Installation note:

Retaining lugs (1) of cover (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 2: Identifying Cover Retaining Lugs

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Feed out aerial (1) at all mountings (3) on rear spoiler (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Spoiler Mountings

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