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Old Sep 27, 2002 | 07:01 PM
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Don't know how to describe this so bear with me.
Under the rear lights and above the rear bumper on MY97 is a small panel about 1" by 6" that bends round the rear corners.
This seems to have moved on mine as a gap of about 3/4" has opened up at the front edge. No impact as far as I know and it seems absolutely solid. Anyone know how I can get it back into place?
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Old Sep 27, 2002 | 09:04 PM
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You need to remove the rear light cluster, the panel you describe is fixed to the light on the underside with poz screws...take it off and have a gander.

You might just need to 'persuade' it back
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Old Sep 27, 2002 | 10:06 PM
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As MD said, it comes off with the light cluster, But, you might have a bit of a job getting the cluster off, they are stuck in, as well as bolted, and the sealer used can be a very good glue, so you'll need to be careful not to bend the panels when you take the lights out, you may think I'm joking, but believe me I'm not.
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Old Sep 27, 2002 | 10:11 PM
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I'll 2nd that !

Try a hair dryer to 'soften' the sealer....and you may have to 'tap' the studs (gently) to break the seal.

I used acrylic mastic to re-fit my lights....some people call it decorators caulk, doesnt 'stick' like silicone and seals out water ok.

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