51 13 402 Removing and installing/replacing the trunk lid handle

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove TAILGATE TRIM PANEL

Removal:

Unscrew the screws (1).

Fig 1: Removing Tailgate Trim Panel Screws

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Detach the trunk lid handle (1) from the trunk lid, unlock and disconnect the associated plug connections.

Remove trunk lid handle (1).

Fig 2: Detaching Trunk Lid Handle From Trunk Lid

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Installation:

Replacement:

If necessary, remount the REAR VIEW CAMERA

Position trunk lid handle.

Connect plug connections.

Tighten down screws (1).

Fig 3: Removing Tailgate Trim Panel Screws

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