Removing The Tail Panel

NOTE: Perform the steps on the left and right side.

Make a coarse cut (1) as shown just below the component edge of the tail light mount.
Fully cut through the tail panel.

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Loosen the welded connections in the area (1) and remove the tail panel.

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Release the welded connections in the area (1) and remove the section (2).

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Release the welded connections in the areas (1) and (2) and remove the section (3).

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Release the welded connections in the area (1) and remove the section (2).

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