51 13 316 Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim Strip On Left Or Right Water Drain (Coupe)

NOTE: Two people are needed to remove and install the trim strip. Unhook connecting rod on hinged window, refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM ON REAR SEAT BACKREST SIDE SECTION (COUPE) .

NOTE: Detach mucket (1) of front door only to such an extent that cable (2) of anti-trap protection is not damaged.

Fig 1: Locating Anti-Trap Protection Cable

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NOTE: Trim strip is secured with up to 15 screws.

Partially detach muckets (1) and (2).

Release screws (4).

CAUTION: Open rear hinged window (3) by max. 193 mm, otherwise hinge will be damaged (wind noises).

Fig 2: Releasing Trim Strip Retaining Screws

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Pull out trim strip (1) initially in corner (2), then rest and finally at front (3).

Fig 3: Removing Trim Strip

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CAUTION:

Installation:

Trim strip (1) must be fitted over entire length to metal fold (2) at distance (A).

Handle end of special tool 00 9 319 (small striking wedge) has measurement (B). Wrap round with adhesive tape until measurement (A) is obtained.

(A) 22.5 mm.

(B) 22.2 mm.

Fig 4: View Of Trim Strip In A Corner

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Installation:

First position trim strip (1) in corner so that trim strip (3) can be fitted and then secure with screws (2).

Fig 5: Locating Trim Strip Retaining Screws
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Installation:

Trim strip (1) must have a distance of 22.5 mm over the entire length to metal fold.

Adjust trim strip (1) with special tool 00 9 319 and tighten down all screws.

Fig 6: Adjusting Trim Strip With Special Tool

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