51 49 085 Removing and installing/replacing insert for trim on rear lid lower section

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Open rear lid lower section.

Lever rear insert (1) upwards out of retainers (2) and pull towards rear out of guides (3).

Fig 1: Levering Rear Insert Upwards Out Of Retainers

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Installation:

Mounts (1) and guides (2) on insert (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Checking Mounts And Guides

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty retainers (1) and rubber parts (2) on rear lid lower section (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Retainers And Rubber Parts

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