Remove tailgate trim panel

NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.

Unclip the clips (1) in the direction of the arrow using the special tool 0 490 534 (00 9 317) .

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Remove expanding rivets (1) from the tailgate trim panel (2).
Remove tailgate trim panel (2).

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NOTE: Schematic diagram is for example purposes. Some parts may differ in certain details.

Unclip the clips (1) in the direction of the arrow using the special tool 0 490 534 (00 9 317) .

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Loosen the expanding rivet (1).
Remove tailgate trim panel (2).

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