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 

Release expanding rivet (1) and screw (2).

Tightening torque 51 49 1AZ .

Detach trim panel (3) from clip (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Panel, Clip And Expanding Rivet

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Installation note: 

Replace clip (1).

Guide (2) on trim panel (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Clip And Guide On Trim Panel

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