51 47... Removing and installing/replacing left or right trim panel

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LID ON LEFT or
POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX COVER ON RIGHT
Remove SHOULDER PANEL

Pull off rear lid seal (1) in area of trim panel (3).

NOTE: For purposes of clarify, screw cover has already been removed in graphic.

Release screw (4) under cover.

Release expanding rivets (2).

Unclip trim panel (3) in marked area and remove.

Fig 1: Pulling Off Rear Lid Seal

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Installation:

Replace faulty clip (white).

Replacement

Modify clip (1) of trim panel (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Clip Of Trim Panel

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