Removing right luggage compartment wheel arch trim panel

Preliminary work 

• Refer to REMOVING LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR COVERING .
• Refer to REMOVING EMERGENCY WHEEL .
• Refer to REMOVING THE LOADING EDGE TRIM .

• Remove the cover (1).
• Loosen screw (2).
• Remove the lashing point (3).

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  Removing the emergency release handle for the tailgate (additional work for US version) 

  NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.
• Loosen the emergency release handle (1) for the tailgate from the holder.
• Detach the Bowden cable (2) and remove the emergency release handle (1) for the tailgate.

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• Reposition right rear seat backrest.
• Loosen the expanding rivet (1).

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  If installed: Disconnect plug connection of the 12 V connection (additional work with storage package equipment specification) 

• Unlock and disconnect the plug connection (1) of the 12V power socket.

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• Press luggage compartment wheel arch trim panel lug (2) on the outer side of the hinge forwards over the stop on the trim (1).
• Feed out the luggage compartment wheel arch trim panel (2) under the sealing lip for the trunk lid and the side trim panel in the rear passenger compartment.
• Remove luggage compartment wheel arch trim panel (2).

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