Removing and installing/replacing left trunk wheel arch trim

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove COVER  from tail panel.
• Remove ARMREST SIDE SECTION .
• Remove TRUNK COMPARTMENT LIGHT .

Removal: 

Remove covers (1), release screw underneath and remove lashing points.

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Release expanding rivet (1).

Detach cover (2).

Feed out and remove trunk wheel arch panel.

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Installation: 

Feed in trunk wheel arch panel.

Mount expanding rivets (1).

Mount cover (2).

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Install lashing points and tighten screws.

Tightening torque 51 71 2AZ .

Mount covers (1).

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Required reworking: 

• Install COVER  on tail panel.
• Install BACKREST SIDE SECTION .
• Install TRUNK COMPARTMENT LIGHT .