[homer simpson]

Old thread but a couple of points I wanted to add that may help others.

I recently replaced my grip moulding as previously the light had cracked (over-tightened) and water seemed to get under the paint. Similar 'rust bubble' type scenario on the LHS corner where paint had bubbled. Unfortunately a screw had snapped in the past and bodged so I replaced the trim and reverse light units. Being an S8, of course it has to be the most expensive option as it is metal and not the plastic variant used on some models. Anyway, trim painted and I assembled the camera, handle and new seals.

The bracket that holds the camera seems to slot into the back of the handle and so holding it in place as well as the 2 screws. As I had it all apart, I decided to fit the relay for the 'boot close via fob' mod. So, everything back together and all good, even though my boot doesn't go up and down as it should, the mod works and I will sort the open/close later. One problem - the boot button inside the car on the driver's door bin does not work. Fuse? Maybe but everything else works. Damaged a wire fitting the mod? Most likely. So I decided I would strip it again when I have time. However, I was bored that evening and decided to Google it and came across a thread stating that the car boot lock could be in valet mode (lock is horizontal). Not sure how it could happen as it was out for a day and then back but sure enough it was now horizontal. Turned it with the key and hey presto it works. Google, I love you!