51 46 060 Removing and installing panel on rear apron at top (Z3 coupe, M coupe)

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Open trunk lid and fold back floor mat.

Unlock rotary clips (1) (turn through 90°) and pull out trim (2) towards interior/top.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Release plastic nuts (1) on left/right.

Fig 2: Locating Plastic Nuts

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Lever trims (1) out of openings with special tool 00 9 316 and remove.

Fig 3: Removing Lever Trims

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Release expansion rivet (1).

Release screws (2) and remove trim (3) for tail panel at top.

Fig 4: Removing Trim For Tail Panel

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