51 47 151 Removing and installing/replacing left trunk wheel housing trim (Z3 roadster, M roadster)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 BMW Z3 and 2001 BMW Z3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

If necessary, remove first aid kit.
Remove floor mat.

Without EH convertible top:

Remove socket housing for left rear light. Refer to 63 21 055 REPLACING SOCKET HOUSING FOR LEFT OR RIGHT TAIL LIGHT (Z3 ROADSTER) .

Version Without Electrohydraulic Convertible Top, Without Battery In The Luggage Compartment:

Release fastener (1).
If necessary, remove holder (2) for first aid kit.
Release clip (3).
Remove luggage compartment wheel arch trim (4).

Fig 1: Installing Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim

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Installation:

Insert luggage compartment wheel arch trim (4) at bottom into rear panel trim (5).

Version With Battery In Luggage Compartment:

Release clips (1).
Remove luggage compartment wheel arch trim (2).

Fig 2: Installing Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim

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Installation:

Insert luggage compartment wheel arch trim (2) at bottom into rear panel trim (3) and storage compartment (4).

Version With EH Convertible Top:

Release fastener (1).
Release clip (2).
Feed out luggage compartment wheel arch trim (3) at socket housing (4) and remove.

Fig 3: Installing Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim Behind Socket Housing

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Installation:

Insert luggage compartment wheel arch trim (3) behind socket housing (4) and if necessary below storage compartment.