51 47 217 Removing and installing/replacing loading sill end cover (rear light) on left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM ON SIDE PANEL
Move Convertible top into half-opened position
Support Convertible top compartment lid with suitable tool

Remove luggage compartment cover (1) from roof fastener mechanism (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Luggage Compartment Cover Of Roof Fastener Mechanism

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Partially lift off seal (1).

Lift out expanding rivets (2).

Remove end cover (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Cover With Seal And Expanding Rivets

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