51 46 050 Removing and installing/replacing top trim on tail panel

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Lift out expansion rivets.

Unclip trim (1) in marked area.

Fig 1: Lifting Expansion Rivets

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips.

Pre-install clips in trim.

Fig 2: Identifying Clips On Trims

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Feed out trim over lashing eyes on left and right.

If necessary, disconnect plug connection at 12V socket (1).

Pop cable grommet (2) out of trim.

Installation:

Make sure cable grommet (2) is correctly seated in trim.

Remove trim upwards.

Fig 3: Removing Trim Upwards

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