51 47 161 Removing and installing/replacing right luggage compartment wheel arch trim: Notes

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove right glovebox, see 51 16 360 Removing and installing right glovebox .
• Remove right C-pillar trim, see 51 43 230 Removing and installing/replacing trim on C-pillar at bottom left or right .

Press catches (1) together from inside and feed out cover (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Catches And Cover

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Disconnect plug connection on socket (1).

Release clips (2).

Feed out luggage compartment wheel arch trim (3) in inwards direction.

Fig 2: Identifying Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim Clips

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