Installing the trim in the water channel on the left and right

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Installing the trim in the water channel

Position the trim (1) as pictured.
Engage the detent (4) on the tail light.
Swivel the lower section of the trim (1) in the direction of the tail light, use the guide (3) to insert into the tail light and use the guides (2) to insert into the bumper cover.

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Feed in trim (2) in the area of the edge protection (3).
Clip in clip (1).

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