Removing and installing/replacing top cover on tail panel (Variant 1) (330i xDrive Wagon, 328d xDrive Wagon)

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Special tools required:

00 9 325

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove left and right d-pillar TRIM PANEL .

Release screws (1).

Remove lashing eyes (2). Tightening torque 51 47 1AZ .

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Release clips (1) and clamps (2) with special tool 00 9 325.

Remove trim (3) in direction of arrow.

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Clips (1) and clamps (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Replacement:

Replace clips (1) and clamps (2).

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