51 43 002 Removing and installing rear left or right side trim panel
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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:
- Remove rear seat. Refer to 52 26 005 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING REAR SEAT .
- Remove backrest for rear seat. Refer to 52 26 015 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR LEFT OR RIGHT REAR SEAT BACKREST .
- Remove CD changer. Refer to 65 11 070 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING CD-CHANGER .
- Remove top trim from tail panel. Refer to 51 46 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TOP TRIM ON TAIL PANEL .
- Remove luggage compartment floor trim panel. Refer to 51 47 101 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT FLOOR TRIM PANEL .
- Remove luggage compartment light. Refer to 63 31 080 REMOVING/INSTALLING REPLACING LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT LIGHT .
Unlock catches (1) and remove cover.
Release screw (2).
Version without CD changer:
Release screws (3).
Lever out trim on striker for backrest lock.
Unclip trim panel and remove.
Remove and discard retainers (1).
Installation:
If necessary, replace faulty clips and retainers.
Fit seal for door and rear lids correctly.