51 34 420 Removing and installing/replacing trim on window frame of rear door (front), left or right

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Open door window.

Remove rear door trim panel. Refer to 51 42 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR TRIM PANEL .

Remove window cavity cover strip on outside of rear door. Refer to 51 22 300 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING WINDOW CAVITY COVER STRIP ON REAR DOOR ON LEFT OR RIGHT .

Pull out window rubber guide in front area.

Carefully pull out clip (1) and lever out trim (2) in front area.

Fig 1: Locating Clip And Window Frame Trim

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Installation:

If applicable, replace defective clips (1).

Fig 2: Replacing Window Frame Trim Clips

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Release expansion rivet (1) on seal (2).

Fig 3: Releasing Expansion Rivet On Seal

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Release screws (1) and detach trim (2).

Fig 4: Releasing Screws And Detaching Trim

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty plastic nuts (1).

Fig 5: Replacing Plastic Nuts

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Installation:

Seal (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 6: Identifying Window Frame Seal

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If necessary, replace faulty clip (2) on trim (3).