51 49 000 Removing and installing or replacing trim for rear lid

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT
Remove SWITCH FOR AUTOMATIC REAR LID ACTUATION

Additionally on US vehicles:

Feed out rear lid emergency release mechanism

Release screws (1).

Open tool box (2), disengage retaining strap and feed out tool box (2).

Release expander rivets at marked points.

Remove panel for rear lid (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Lid, Tool Box And Screws

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