51 71 387 Removing and installing/renewing rear water channel cover (rear lid) on left or right

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Release clamps (1).

Remove gasket (2).

Unclip water channel cover (3) at catches (4) from bumper panel.

Remove water channel cover (3) in direction of arrow.

NOTE: If clip mountings are removed during further operations (e.g. painting), always replace these mounting to ensure watertightness.

Fig 1: Removing Water Channel Cover

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Installation note:

Catches (1) on water channel cover (2) must not be damaged or missing.

When installing water channel cover (2) first clip catches (1) into bumper panel.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches

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