Removing Rear Panel

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Only for Powerlift tailgate with virtual pedal (I-no. 4E6).

Loosen sensor for rear lid opening function from rear panel.

1.1 Release and disconnect electric plug connection -1- on control unit for virtual pedal (VIP).

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Electric plug connection

1.2 Unclip line bracket -2- from rear panel.

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Wire harness on rear panel

1.3 Release and disconnect electric plug connection -1- on control unit for virtual pedal (VIP).

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Electric plug connection for control unit for virtual pedal (VIP)

1.4 Cut tie-wrap on sensor and wire harness -2- .

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Control unit wire harness

1.5 Secure control unit for virtual pedal (VIP) on rear apron with adhesive tape.

Unscrew fastening screws -1- .

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Fastening screws
Drill out rivets -Arrows- on heat shield.

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Rivets on heat shield

Information

Carefully bend the guide away. The upper section of the bonding area must not become detached.
Loosen guides at the side -1- (-Arrows- ) until the fastenings for the rear panel are accessible.

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Guide at side of rear panel
Unclip rear panel -1- from rear apron.

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Rear panel on rear apron, side

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Rear panel on rear apron, centre