51 49 000 Removing and installing or replacing trim for rear lid

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks:

• Remove PANEL FOR REAR WINDOW FRAME  on left and right.
• Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHTS ON TAILGATE .
• Remove BUTTON FOR TAILGATE ACTUATION on left and right.

Fit special tool 00 9 317 on inside of lid (1) and lift out.

Release screws (2) and unclamp panel.

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Lid And Screw

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Installation note: 

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1 and 2).

Make sure all clamps are installed in correct position.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Lid Trim Clips

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