51 46 050 Removing and installing/replacing top trim on rear apron

Special tools required: 

• 51 2 040

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove FRONT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR TRIM 
• Remove LOADING SILL END COVER 

Release screws with special tool 51 2 040 on rear apron trim (1).

Partially lift off seal (2).

Fig 1: Removing Screws Using Special Tool (51 2 040)

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Lever out expansion rivets (1).

Remove panel for rear apron trim (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Apron Trim With Expansion Rivets

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Unclip lights (1) on rear apron trim (2).

Remove rear apron trim (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Lights On Rear Apron Trim

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