51 49 110 Remove and install/replace lower trim of loading edge

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Special tools required:

00 9 321

Necessary preliminary tasks:

REMOVE TRIM FROM LEFT AND RIGHT tailgate.
Remove TRIM ON UPPER PART OF TAILGATE
Schalter Remove tailgate opener
Remove luggage compartment lighting

Use special tool to lift clips (1) 00 9 321 unhinge trim hook (2) and remove trim panel.

Fig 1: Identifying Clamps On Trim Panel

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Installation:

Clamps (2) on trim panel (1) must not be damaged, replace trim panel if necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Clamps On Trim Panel

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