51 41... Replacing door pocket on front left or right door trim panel

Necessary preliminary tasks:

IMPORTANT:

Only drill down to door trim panel area (2) so as not to damage the contact surface.

Drill out welding spots (1) on door trim panel (2) with 8 mm dia. welding spot drill bit and remove door pocket.

NOTE:

Door pocket is welded to door trim panel only on initial installation.

If necessary, release nuts instead of welding spots (1).

Fig 1: Drilling Out Welding Spots On Door Trim Panel

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Installation:

Secure door pocket with nuts (1) to door trim panel (2).

Fig 2: Securing Door Pocket With Nuts

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