Removing The Tail Panel

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NOTE: Perform the steps on the left and right side.

Make the separating cut (1) according to the schematic diagram. Thereby disconnect only the outer panel.
Make the separating cut (2) according to the schematic diagram. Completely cut through the tail panel.
Loosen welded connections in areas (3).
Remove sections (4) and (5).

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Release welded connections in areas (1) and remove section (2).

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Release welded connections in areas (1) and remove section (2).

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Remove welded connections in areas (1) and remove metal section (2).

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