86 21... Removing hinge bracket on rear lid: Notes

2010 BMW X6 ActiveHybridSECTION Notes
NOTE: Remove rear lid,
refer to 86 21... REMOVING LID .
Remove gas spring, remove gas spring on hinge side only,
refer to 86 21... REMOVING GAS SPRING .

Raise edge (1) of retaining clip (2) and slide in direction of arrow towards rear.

Fig 1: Sliding Retaining Clip
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Remove plastic washer (1). Pull hinge bracket (2) in direction of arrow out of mounting bracket (3).

Fig 2: Pull Hinge Bracket In Direction Of Arrow
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RENDER: 1.0x

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