(41 12 701 Stripping operations - Replacing luggage compartment floor and side member on right (rear side panel and tail panel removed))

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

NOTE: Owing to the different engine variants and equipment specifications, not all the components are taken into consideration.

The following list basically represents the removal sequence.

Remove rear right spring strut shock absorber (33 52 010)

Release nuts and remove heat shield (1).

Release grommets (2).

Detach wiring harness at attachment points (3).

Installation note:

Ensure correct installation of the grommets (watertightness).

Fig 1: Heat Shield And Grommets

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Release screw (1) and remove exhaust system holder.

Tightening torque 18 20 2AZ .

Fig 2: Exhaust Bracket Screw

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Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.

Release holder (2) and lay towards front.

Release wiring harness at attachment point (3).

Release grommets (4).

Fig 3: Plug Connection, Holder, Grommets, And Attachment Point For Wiring Harness

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Release screw (1) and remove unlocking mechanism (2).

Release screws (3) and remove holder.

Tightening torque 52 26 3AZ .

Fig 4: Unlocking Mechanism And Screws

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Release nut (1) for ground connection.

Tightening torque 41 34 1AZ .

Detach wiring harness at attachment points (2).

Unclip holder (3) and lay to one side.

Release grommet (4) and feed through inwards with wiring harness.

Partially release insulating mat (5) and tie forwards.

Installation note:

Ensure correct installation of the grommet (watertightness).

Fig 5: Ground Connection Nut, Grommet, Insulating Mat, And Attachment Points For Wiring Harness

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