51 43 040 Removing and installing/replacing storage compartment in rear left or right side trim panel

Necessary Preliminary Tasks: 

• Remove rear side trim panel. Refer to 51 43 002 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE TRIM PANEL .

Detach retainer (1).

Loosen screws (2).

Fig 1: Detaching Retainer

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Remove storage compartment (1) from side trim panel (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Storage Compartment In Side Trim Panel

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