Removing Rear Luggage Compartment Side-Trim Panel: Notes

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Luggage Compartment Side-Trim Panel Position

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Information 

• In order to reduce the unclipping forces and thereby the risk of damage during removal, the process must take place at the accessible connection points using a suitable tool. 
  Fig 2: Identifying Rear Luggage Compartment Side-Trim Panel

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1. Unclip end piece.
   1. 1.1. Unclip end piece -5-  at the marked areas, lift the trim panel slightly at the rear and lever the clip connection out using an assembly wedge.
      Fig 3: Unclipping End Piece

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2. Remove end piece -5-  .
   Fig 4: Removing End Piece

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   Information 

   • In order to reduce the unclipping forces and thereby the risk of damage during removal, the process must take place at the accessible connection points using a suitable tool. 
   Fig 5: Removing Trim Panel

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   Information 

   • In order to reduce the unclipping forces and thereby the risk of damage during removal, the process must take place at the accessible connection points using a suitable tool. 
3. Unscrew fastening screw -2-  at the C-pillar.
   Fig 6: Removing C-Pillar

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4. Unscrew fastening screw -2-  at the D-pillar.
   Fig 7: Removing D-Pillar

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5. Unscrew fastening screws -2-  on luggage compartment floor.
   Fig 8: Removing Fastening Screws On Luggage Compartment Floor (1 Of 2)

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   Fig 9: Removing Fastening Screws On Luggage Compartment Floor (2 Of 2)

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6. Unclip side trim panel for luggage compartment in vicinity of D-pillar.
   1. 6.1. Unclip side trim panel for luggage compartment -1-  at marked areas, lift trim panel slightly and use a screwdriver to lever the clip connection -3-  out.
      Fig 10: Unclipping Side Trim Panel For Luggage Compartment (1 Of 2)

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      Fig 11: Unclipping Side Trim Panel For Luggage Compartment (2 Of 2)

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7. Unclip side trim panel for luggage compartment in vicinity of C-pillar.
   1. 7.1. Unclip side trim panel for luggage compartment -1-  at marked areas, lift trim panel slightly and use a screwdriver to lever the clip connection -3-  out.
      Fig 12: Unclipping Side Trim Panel For Luggage Compartment

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8. Disconnect plug connection -4-  .
   Fig 13: Disconnecting Plug Connection

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9. Remove side trim panel for luggage compartment.