Remove Outer And Inner Part Of The Tail Panel

NOTE: Perform the steps on the left and right side.

Mark and make the separating cuts (1) and (2) as shown.
Loosen welded connections in areas (3).

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Loosen the welded connections in the areas (1). Remove the metal section (2).

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Make the separating cut (1) and remove the partial reinforcement section (2).
Loosen the welded connections in the areas (3). Remove the remaining cut.

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Loosen the welded connections in the area (1). Remove the remaining cut (2).

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