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

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Special tools required:

00 9 325

When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Unclip cover (1) towards top.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Lid Cover

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Release screws (1) from tailgate trim.

Fig 2: Tailgate Trim Screws

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Unclip cover (1) from the lock strap (2) and set aside.

Fig 3: Rear Lid Lock Strap And Cover

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Version with light package:

Unclip the left and right luggage compartment light (1) with suitable screwdriver (2).

Release screw (3) under luggage compartment light (1).

Version without light package:

Remove the cover instead of the luggage compartment light.

Release the screw (3) under the covers.

Remove the LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT ON THE CENTER TAILGATE .

Fig 4: Removing Luggage Compartment Light With Screwdriver

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Open cover (1) on tailgate trim and unclip warning triangle (2).

Release screw (3) under warning triangle.

Fig 5: Tailgate Trim Cover And Warning Triangle Screw

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Partially unclip tailgate side upholstery (1) on left and right.

Fig 6: Tailgate Side Upholstery

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NOTE: Shown removed here for purposes of clarity.
Unclip tailgate trim (1) special tool 00 9 325 (2).
Disconnect the tailgate trim (1) slightly and remove the plug connections from the tailgate pushbutton (3).
Feed out tailgate trim (1) from lock strap and set aside.

Fig 7: Removing Tailgate Trim With Special Tool (00 9 325)

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Installation note:

Renew faulty or missing clips (2).

Replacement:

Modify clips (1)
Modify tailgate pushbutton (2)
Modify insulating mat

Attention!

The rear lid button can be difficult to disassemble/mount.

Fig 8: Tailgate Pushbutton Clips

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For replacement (version without light package):

The new trim for the rear lid is only delivered as a light package version.

If necessary, the LEDs for the handle recess and adapter cable must be retrofitted.

Fig 9: LED And Adapter Cable

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Remove the insulating mat
Install the adapter cable (2) and secure it with adhesive tape (3) to the trim panel
When installing the trim panel, install new LEDs (1) instead of the cover