51 46 050 Removing and installing/replacing top cover on tail panel

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WELL

Removal:

Release expanding rivets (1) from tail panel trim (2).

Lift off trim on tail panel (2).

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Installation:

Install trim on tail panel (2).

Mount expanding rivets (1) on tail panel trim (2).

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Required follow-up work:

Install LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT WELL