51 43 150 Removing and installing or replacing trim for left or right door pillar (bottom)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove front entrance cover strip, refer to 51 47 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING ENTRANCE COVER STRIP, FRONT (INSIDE) LEFT OR RIGHT 

Release screw (1).

Remove nozzle (2) in direction of arrow from trim (3).

Release screws (1).

Partially detach mucket in area of B-pillar panel.

Unclip panel (1) in direction of arrow from B-pillar.

If necessary, lever clips (2) out of grommets in B-pillar.

Installation: 

If necessary, replace defective grommets (1).

If necessary, release screws (3) and remove holder (2).

Installation: 

Following parts of panel for door trim (5) must not be damaged or missing:

1. Clips
2. Sound insulation
3. Air duct
4. Plate
   Fig 5: Installing Door Trim

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