51 46 050 Removing and installing/replacing top cover on tail panel

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release screws (1).

Remove cover (2) towards top.

Fig 1: Identifying Cover And Screws

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Unclip cover (1) for lashing eye on left and right.

Fig 2: Removing Lashing Eye Cover

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Release screws (1).

Remove cover (2) inwards.

Fig 3: Removing Cover

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Installation note:

Make sure edge protector (1) is correctly seated on trim panel (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Edge Protector On Trim Panel

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