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Trunk / Liftgate Stop: Service and Repair




51 24 165 - Removing and installing/replacing side left or right buffer stops on rear lid





Special tools required:
- 00 9 317 00 9 317 Trim Panel Wedge





Note:
The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

Release expander rivets (1) on trim panel for rear lid.





Lever out buffer stop (1) with special tool 00 9 317 00 9 317 Trim Panel Wedge at fastening points (2).

Installation:
Adjust both buffer stops (1) (work is described in Adjusting rear lid lock Adjustments).