Removing Rear Panel

Information 

• The number of fastening screws, fixing clips, plug connections, holders and trim panels can vary depending on equipment. 
• The illustrations for removing and installing the drive mechanism are shown only on one equipment variant and may differ from the actual equipment variant. 
• Some steps must be carried out automatically. 
• Some of the repair illustrations show only one side of the vehicle. 

1. Unscrew screws -1-  .
   Fig 1: Identifying Rear Panel Screws

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2. Remove expansion rivets -1-  .
3. Unclip plastic bracket -2-  on rear panel.
   Fig 2: Removing Expansion Rivet

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4. Unclip reinforcement -1-  by pulling it up out of the rear panel.
5. Unclip locking lugs -2-  on the rear panel on the rear skirt.
   Fig 3: Unclipping Lock Lugs On Rear Panel

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6. Remove rear panel.