51 13 403 Replacing handle strip (on trunk lid)
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Remove handle strip, refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING HANDLE STRIP (ON TRUNK LID) .
When replaced, the button comes In Individual parts because the panel must be painted In the relevant car color.
Lever out light strip (1) on left/right from opening (2) and remove.
Remove light bulb (3).
Remove seal (1) from handle strip (2).
NOTE:
During removal, do not damage catches (1) of panel (2).
Carefully lever panel (2) with special tool 00 9 322 (plastic wedge) out of handle strip (3) and remove.
Installation:
Catches (1) and guides (2) on panel (3) must not be damaged.
Remove remnants of adhesive (1) from handle strip (2).
Installation:
Perform function check with trunk lid open.