51 47 151 Removing and installing/replacing left or right luggage compartment wheel arch panel (Clubvan)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove cover from tail panel .
• Remove trim panel for door post (B-pillar) .
• Remove trim panel for roof pillar at rear (C-pillar) .

Release screw (1). Installation note:  Make sure edge protection (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Screw And Edge Protection

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Release clip (1). Disengage emergency release mechanism (2). Detach trim panel from clips (3). Detach trim panel upwards from clamp (4).

Fig 2: Detaching Trim Panel

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Installation note:  First attach trim panel with clamps (4).