Rear Axle Trim Panel, Removing And Installing: Installing

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-- Pivot the trim panel -1- in the direction of -arrow-, so that it engages on the top of the subframe.

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-- Tighten the nuts -2-.

NOTE:

After installing the heat shield, make sure the tabs on the trim panel -2- are properly engaged in the subframe -arrow-.