S40 2.4i L5-2.4L VIN 38 B5244S4 (2008)
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Unscrew the two external clips at the front edge/bottom edge of the sill trim panel on the tailgate.
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Pry up one of the corners of the sill trim panel using a weatherstrip tool so that the two clips at that end release.
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Pull up the sill trim panel at the other end so that the remaining two clips release. Remove the sill trim panel.
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Detach the rubber strip where it covers the right-hand side panel in the trunk opening.
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Remove the three clips (1) that hold the right-hand side panel in the bodywork.
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Unhook the side panel from the mounting (2) on the underneath of the parcel shelf.
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Fold out the rear edge of the side panel from the bodywork. At the same time unhook the side panel from the rear load securing eyelet. If the car
has a 12V socket in the side panel, disconnect the connector from this socket (if applicable).
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Fold out the side panel to access the space in the rear of the wheel arch.
Applies to cars with reversing warning systems
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Remove the parking assistance module (PAM) from behind the right-hand rear wheel housing to facilitate the access to route the cable harness to
the towbar. If necessary, disconnect any surrounding cables.
Installing the trailer connector, applies to the S40 (04-) and V50