Remove rear bumper panel

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Preliminary work

Refer to PARTIALLY REMOVING THE REAR WHEEL ARCH TRIM .
Refer to REMOVING BOTH TRIM PIECES FOR THE WATER CHANNEL .
Refer to REMOVING BOTH TAIL LIGHTS FROM THE SIDE PANEL .

Loosen screws (1).

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NOTE: Perform the steps on the right and left side.
Loosen screws (1) and (2).

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NOTE: Perform the steps on the right and left side.
Carefully release the lateral detents (2) in the direction of the arrow.
Carefully release the detents in the area (3) to the rear.
Pull the bumper cover (1) straight back in the direction of the arrow with support staff.
Unlock all plug connections and disconnect.

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Remove the bumper panel (1).