51 47... Removing and installing/replacing battery cover

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM ON SIDE PANEL ON RIGHT .

Release clips (1).

Remove battery cover (2).

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Make sure battery cover (2) is correctly seated on panel (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Cover, Clips And Panel

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