Releasing Screw Connection For Rear Lid At Bottom:

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Open rear lid until screw (1) is accessible (risk of injury by spring tension).

With rear lid in this position, release screw (1) and insert in bore of support (2).

CAUTION: If the second support (2) is released for removal of the rear lid, the rear bumper must be protected against damage.

Fig 1: Releasing Screw

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Screw (1) remains in support (2) until installation.

Installation:

Fit spacer (3).

Fig 2: Ensuring Screw (1) Remains In Support (2) & Fitting Spacer

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NOTE: The work step "Releasing screw connection for rear lid at bottom" ends here.