Removing the center safety partition wall

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Prerequisite

Rear seat backrests are folded.

CAUTION: Heavy component .
Heavy components can lead to injury or damage .

Remove and install heavy components with the aid of another person/other persons.

Release the nut (1) and set the holder to the side.
Loosen nuts (2).
Release screws (3) and (4).
Remove screws (arrows).

NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Conduct the following operation with the assistance of a second person.

Feed out the safety partition wall (5) and remove it.

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