Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove TRIM ON REAR APRON
Remove FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT PANEL

Version with through-loading system:

Fold down backrest for right rear seat

Specification with pocket holder:

Pull expander rivets (1) out of pocket holder (2) and remove pocket holder (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Expander Rivets And Pocket Holder

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Release clips (1).

Release screw (2) and remove cover (3).

Feed out luggage compartment wheel arch trim (4) in direction of arrow.

Fig 2: Feeding Out Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim In Direction Of Arrow

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Installation in version without through-loading system only:

Installation:

To install luggage compartment wheel arch trim, proceed as follows:

Remove REAR SEAT
Unscrew screws (1).
Press backrest from luggage compartment in direction of vehicle interior and feed luggage compartment wheel arch trim between wheel arch and backrest

Fig 3: Identifying Backrest Guides And Screws
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Tightening torque 52 24 01AZ .