51 49 080 Removing and installing/replacing cover for loading sill (on rear lid lower section)

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Remove rear reflector (in rear lid lower section). See 63 14 120 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR REFLECTOR .

Release left/right screws (1).

Fig 1: Releasing Left/Right Screws

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Using a small screwdriver, lever out covers (2) by means of chamfers (1) and release screw underneath.

Pull off cover (3) for loading sill.

Fig 2: Pulling Off Cover For Loading Sill

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty cover (1) for button on cover (2) for loading sill.

Fig 3: Checking Cover For Button On Cover For Loading Sill

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