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51 71 447 Removing and installing or replacing panel for cover on left or right side member

NOTE: Grommets and clips must be softened in a water bath for some time prior to installation.

Release expansion rivets (1) at bottom.

Fig 1: Removing Expansion Rivets At Bottom
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Unclip panel (1) from front to rear, lever out catch (2) and slide panel (1) towards rear out of guide clip (3).

Fig 2: Removing Catch And Slide Panel Towards Rear Out Of Guide Clip
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Installation: 

  1. If necessary, fit new guide clip (1).
Fig 3: Installing Guide Clip
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Lever out clips with folding leg and soak in water.

Fig 4: Removing Clips With Folding Leg
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Installation: 

  1. Catch (1) and support (2) for guide clip of panel (3) must not be damaged.
Fig 5: Identifying Catch And Support For Guide Clip Of Panel
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NOTE: Take clips (1) out of water shortly before installing panel and clip onto panel.

Clip clips (1) between markings (2) onto panel.

Fig 6: Clipping Clips Between Markings Onto Panel
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Installation: 

  1. Slide panel at rear onto guide clip, slide into groove (1) and clip in rest.
Fig 7: Sliding Panel At Rear Onto Guide Clip, Slide Into Groove
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