Removing Rear Closing Panel

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Loosen connection points on one side only. Do not damage the sheet-metal panel underneath.

Drill out spotwelds using > VAS 882 001 - spotweld remover .

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Rear closing panel
Heat marked bonding surfaces using > V.A.G 1416 - hot-air blower .

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Rear closing panel
Remove rear closing panel.