65 24 100 Removing and installing/replacing antenna (AM sensor)

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Remove upper trim for rear lid upper section. Refer to 51 49 056 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING UPPER TRIM FOR REAR LID UPPER SECTION .

Remove rear spoiler. Refer to 51 71 412 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR SPOILER .

Disconnect plug connection (1) and insert through opening.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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Pull out rubber grommet (1).

Fig 2: Removing Antenna

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Detach antenna (2) and remove.

Installation:

Clean glued area.