Remove rear side trim panel

Preliminary work 

• Refer to REMOVING REAR SEAT BENCH .
• Refer to REMOVING ARMREST SIDE SECTION .
• Refer to REMOVING C-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
• Refer to REMOVING THE INNER DOOR SILL COVER STRIP .

• Unclip cover cap (1).
• Loosen screw (2).

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• Pull out sleeve (1) from cover (2) of strap fitting (3).
• Unclip cover (2) of strap fitting (3) from strap fitting (3).

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• Unclip the rear side trim panel (1) from clamps (2) using a suitable tool.
• Unclip the rear side trim panel (1) from clips (3) using a suitable tool.
• Release the rear side trim panel (1) from clamps (4) and guide it out from the edge protection.
• Unlock and disconnect all the plug connections on the rear side trim panel (1) of the wiring harness.
• Guide out upper seat belt (5).

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