51 49 005 Removing and installing/replacing trim for lower trunk lid

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Open trunk lid.

Lift out expanding rivets (1).

Lift out finisher (2) and unfasten screw.

Pull trim downwards to unclip.

Fig 1: Lifting Out Finisher And Unfasten Screw

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Installation

If necessary, replace damaged clips.

Fig 2: Replacing Damaged Clips

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