Preparation Of New Part

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Slide in rear panel (1) from below in upward direction and adjust to fit and secure in conjunction with tailgate and rear lights.

NOTE: On vehicles with a sensor for lane change warning, also check the bumper guide for correct seating. See REMOVING/INSTALLING/REPLACING GUIDE FOR REAR CENTER BUMPER .

Fig 1: Sliding Rear Trim Panel

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IMPORTANT: Fixing screws must not be used in area (1)

In areas (2 to 5) set 4.2 mm dia. holes for blind rivets: N3

BLIND RIVETS HOLES AREA CHART

Area	Number
2	1
3	4
4	4
5	3

Fig 2: Identifying Blind Rivet Holes Area

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In area (1) set 8 holes for blind rivets N3. In so doing, drill the two outer holes from the inside outwards.

Then connect the outer holes on the outside with a line. Drill the remaining holes on the line from the outside.

Fig 3: Identifying Blind Rivet Holes Area

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In area (1) set seven 4.2 mm holes for N3 blind rivets.

IMPORTANT: No blind rivets may be used in areas (2).
Dimension A = 10 cm

Remove new part again and deburr holes.

Fig 4: Identifying Blind Rivet Holes Area

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IMPORTANT: Do not grind/sand new part in area of bonding surfaces.