65 24 020 Removing and installing/replacing left or right wave trap

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove TRIM PANEL FOR TAILGATE AT BOTTOM

Unlock plug connections (1) and disconnect.

Release screw (2).

Remove blocking circuit (3).

Installation note: 

Position wave trap (3) so that positioning pin on back engages in associated bore hole in the C-pillar.

Fig 1: Identifying Blocking Circuit, Plug Connections And Screw

Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.