51 42 000 Removing and installing rear left or right door trim panel (Protection)

CAUTION: Dismantle screw for lock retainer (malfunction if actuating rod is bent).

Remove cap (1).

Lift out locking unit and pull button (2) upwards to remove.

Fig 1: Lifting Out Locking Unit & Pull Button

Installation:

(A) = 14.5+/-1 mm

If necessary, remove button and adjust sleeve (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Gap Between Cap & Guide

Version with sun roller blind on side window:

Unfasten top of sun roller blind (1) and lift upwards and backwards (2) to remove.

Fig 3: Removing Sun Roller Blind

Version with sun roller blind on side window:

Unscrew screw.

Fig 4: Unscrewing Screw

Lift out footwell light and toggle switch (window regulator) and remove both connectors.

Lift out finisher (1) and unfasten screw.

Fig 5: Lifting Out Finisher

Unclip door trim panel all around.

Fig 6: Unclipping Door Trim Panel All Around

Pull door trim panel upward out of clips and push door opener (1) through door trim panel.

Version with sun roller blind on side window:

Installation:

Pull the side roller blind upwards off door trim before assembly.
Perform a function check on side roller blind.

Fig 7: Unclipping Door Trim Panel All Around

Remove door clips.

Fig 8: Removing Door Clips

Installation:

Installation: