51 46 100 Removing and installing/replacing reinforcement on upper partition wall

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove UPPER PARTITION TRIM PANEL 

Release screws (1).

Release side trim panel from reinforcement (2).

Release reinforcement (2) from clips (3) and feed out towards top.

Fig 1: Identifying Reinforcement And Clips

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Installation note: 

Replace faulty clamps (1).

Guides (2) must not be missing or damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Clamps And Guides

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