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51 13 402 Removing And Installing Handle Strip (On Trunk Lid)

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Version From 10/99: 

Remove panel for rear lid in rear area. Refer to 51 49 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING TRIM FOR TRUNK LID .

Feed out wiring harness (2) in direction of arrow from bracket (1).

Disconnect plug connection (3).

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection
G03118822Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screws (1) and withdraw handle strip (2) somewhat.

Version from 10/99:

Remove strip handle (2).

Installation: 

Tightening torque, refer to 51 13 4AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES .

Check function.

Fig 2: Releasing Screws And Withdraw Handle Strip
G03118823Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Version up to 10/99:

Disconnect plug connection (1) and remove handle strip (2).

Fig 3: Disconnecting Plug Connection
G03118824Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

Tightening torque, refer to 51 13 4AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES .

Check function.