51 47 161 Removing and installing/replacing right luggage compartment wheel arch trim

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Necessary preliminary tasks

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: Removing Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim

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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

Tightening torque 52 24 01AZ .

Fig 3: Identifying Backrest Guides And Screws

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Replacement

If necessary, release retainers (1) on back of luggage compartment wheel arch trim (2) and remove securing net (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Retainers On Back Of Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim

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