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Rust on panel behind rear glass.

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Replace ims as a precaution last week

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The car is in really good shape and I�ve changed the IMS as a precaution last week.
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Replace ims as a precaution last week

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The car is in really good shape and I�ve changed the IMS as a precaution last week.
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Rust on panel behind rear glass.

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Hi there, Long time reader, first time poster. I've recently bought a new to me 2003 996 4S. The car is in really good shape and I�ve changed the IMS as a precaution last week. Since last week I have started to notice some rust forming in the gap of the panel behind the rear glass (see attached pictures). I�ve searched online if this is a common place for rust but couldn�t find anything. What could be the cause? Is the small panel behind the rear glass (containing the 3rd brake light) easily removable to treat the rust? Or do you think it can be treated / painted without removing that panel? I'm looking forewarn to hearing your opinion! kind regards, Miquel

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