51 42 001 Replacing left or right door trim panel (up to 03/2007)
Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL .
- Remove ROCKER SWITCH FOR SIDE WINDOW OPERATION .
- Remove REAR SPEAKER .
- Remove AIRBAG MODULE FROM REAR DOOR .
- Remove ROLLER SUN BLIND from side window in rear door.
- Remove INSIDE DOOR OPENER ON REAR DOOR .
- Remove INSIDE HANDLE ON REAR DOOR .
- Replace ARMREST .
- Replace DOOR POCKET .
Version with interior light package:
Version with rear smokers' package:
If necessary, release screws (1) on rear door trim panel (2).
If necessary, feed out trim with ashtray (1) in direction of arrow from rear door trim panel (2).
Version with interior light package:
Cut out opening (1) at molding (2) with a very sharp knife.
IMPORTANT:
Ensure a clean cut so that the door trim panel cover (3) is not damaged.