Removing Side Section Flap (Module)

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Installation position of side section flap (module)

Information 

The flap side part (module) is damaged during removal and must be replaced during installation.

1. Disengage emergency release for side section flap (module) -1-  from the side trim panel -2-  .

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   Emergency release for side section flap (module)

2. Unclip clip -2-  on emergency release for side section flap (module) -1-  from the luggage compartment.

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   Emergency release for side section flap (module)

   Guide out the emergency release cable for the side section flap (module) from the wheel housing.

3. Open side section flap (module).
4. Loosen side section flap (module).

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   Loosening side section flap (module)

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   Releasing side section flap (module)

   1. 4.1 At the marked positions -Arrows-  , pierce the module using a screwdriver -arrow A-  .
   2. 4.2 Release locking lugs on inner part of side section flap (module) -arrow B-  .
5. Remove side section flap (module).

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   Removing side section flap (module)

   1. 5.1 Swivel side section flap (module) out of the body aperture until the electric plug connections are accessible.
   2. 5.2 Release and disconnect electric plug connections -1 and 2-  .
   3. 5.3 Pull drain hose -3-  off the side section flap (module).
   4. 5.4 Remove side section flap (module).