51 12 223 Removing and installing/replacing cover for rear bottom center bumper panel

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Release screws (1) and expanding rivets (2).

Tightening torque 51 12 10AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Bumper Panel Rivets And Screw

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Remove cover (1) from latch mechanisms (2) to the front.

Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Latch Mechanisms And Cover

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