Removing Trim Panel For Spring Strut Mount

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Fig 1: Identifying Removal Position Of Trim Panel For Spring Strut Mount

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Undo fastening screws -1- .
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- To reduce the unclipping forces and thereby the risk of damage during removal, the removal steps must be carried out at the accessible connection points using a suitable tool.
Unclip trim panel for spring strut mount -2- first upwards -Arrows A- and then pull out slightly in -direction of Arrow B- .

Fig 2: Removing Trim Panel For Spring Strut Mount
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Press locking tabs together -Arrows a- and disconnect connector for loudspeaker -1- .

Fig 3: Disconnecting Connector For Loudspeaker
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Check fastening nuts -1- and clamps -2, 3- , and replace if necessary.

Fig 4: Identifying Fastening Nut And Clamps
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