51 49 003 Removing and installing/replacing cover for rear window frame on left or right

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove TRIM PANEL FOR REAR WINDOW FRAME AT TOP 
• Remove the bottom TRIM FOR THE REAR LID 

Release expander rivets (1) and screw (2).

Tightening torque 51 49 1AZ .

Detach the trim panel (3) from the clips (4).

Fig 1: Detaching Trim Panel From Clips

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Installation note: 

Clips (1) of trim panel (2) must not be missing or damaged.

Replace faulty clips (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Trim Panel And Clips

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