51 49 008 Removing and installing (replacing) trim for rear lid

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove TRIM PANEL FOR REAR WINDOW FRAME on left/right

Release screw (1) on left/right in handle recess.

Fig 1: Identifying Handle Recess Screw

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Unclip trim panel (1) in marked areas are remove by pulling downward.

Fig 2: Identifying Trim Panel Marked Area

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Installation note:

Replace faulty clips (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Lid Clips

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