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Preparation Of New Part

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Slide in rear trim panel (1) from bottom upwards.

Adjust in combination with tailgate and rear lights to fit and secure.

Fig 1: Sliding Rear Trim Panel
G04726936Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT: Retaining screws must not be used in area (1)

In areas (2 to 5) set 4.2 mm dia. holes for blind rivets N3:

SCREW MOUNTING AREA REFERENCE CHART

Area Number
2 1
3 2
4 3
5 2

Remove new part and deburr bore holes.

Fig 2: Identifying Blind Rivet Holes Area
G06855006Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
IMPORTANT: Do not grind/sand new part in area of bonding surfaces.