51 49 000 Removing and installing or replacing trim for rear lid

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Open trunk lid.
Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT in rear lid.

Version with manual rear lid unlocking:

Detach handle (1) from clip (2).

Disconnect Bowden cable (3) from handle (1).

Installation:

Guide Bowden cable (3) through clip (2) and connect correctly in handle (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Bowden Cable, Clip And Handle

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Remove screws (1) and (2).

Lever out retaining strap and detach tool kit (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Tool Kit And Screws

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Release expansion rivets (1) on left and right.

Remove trim (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Expansion Rivets And Trim

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