51 47 151 Removing and installing/replacing left/right trunk wheel arch trim

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove COVER FROM TAIL PANEL 

REMOVAL: 

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

Detach cover (2).

Fig 1: Removing Cover From Tail Panel

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Release screws (1) and remove trim (2) and holder (3).

Fig 2: Removing Trim And Holder

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Release expanding rivet (1).

Feed out and remove trunk wheel arch panel.

Fig 3: Releasing Expanding Rivet

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INSTALLATION: 

Feed in trunk wheel arch panel.

Mount expanding rivets (1).

Fig 4: Releasing Expanding Rivet

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Install trim (2) and holder (3).

Tighten down screws (1).

Fig 5: Removing Trim And Holder

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Install lashing points and tighten screws.

Tightening torque 51 71 2AZ .

Mount covers (1).

Mount cover (2).

Fig 6: Removing Cover From Tail Panel

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Required reworking: 

• Install COVER ON TAIL PANEL