51 49 003 Removing and installing/replacing cover for rear window frame on left or right

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove TRIM FOR REAR LID 
• Remove UPPER REAR WINDOW FRAME COVER 

Unhook rear shelf line.

Release screw (1).

Unclip trim panel (2) in marked areas are remove by pulling downward.

Installation note: 

Replace faulty clips.

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Panel And Screw

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Replacement: 

Remount clips (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Trim Panel Clips

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