Remove rear bumper panel

Preliminary work 

• Refer to REMOVING LICENSE PLATE .
• Refer to REMOVING NUMBER PLATE LIGHT .

• Loosen screws (1).

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• Unscrew the bolts (1) on the wheel arch covers (2) on the left and right.

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• Loosen screws (1).
  NOTE: TECHNICAL INFORMATION 
  Conduct the following operation with the assistance of a second person.
• Release detents (3) on left and right from inside and unclip the bumper cover (2) and shift it towards outside.
• Disconnect associated plug connections and remove the bumper cover (2).

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