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: Identifying Door Trim Panel Components

   Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.