51 47 151 Removing and installing/replacing left luggage compartment wheel arch trim

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Version with storage pack:

Fold closing clip (1) upwards half-way.

Fold open retaining tabs (2) and feed out trim (3) towards inside.

Fig 1: Identifying Closing Clip, Retaining Tabs And Trim

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Release expansion rivets (1).

Fold rear luggage compartment wheel arch trim (2) towards inside and disconnect plug connection at power socket (4).

Feed out luggage compartment wheel arch trim (2).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty expander rivets (1).

Make sure mucket (3) is correctly seated.

Replacement:

Modify power socket (4).

Fig 2: Identifying Luggage Compartment Wheel Arch Trim, Power Socket, Mucket, And Expansion Rivet Locations

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