51 43 075 Removing and installing / replacing side trim panel, footwell, on A-pillar, right

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Except on E87:

Detach mucket (1) in area of side trim panel (2).

Unclip side trim panel (2) with special tool 00 9 317 in direction of arrow at retaining points (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Mucket, Side Trim Panel, Retaining Points, Special Tool (00 9 317) And Removal Direction

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Installation:

If necessary, lever out clips (1) remaining in bores.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Position side trim panel (2) preinstalled with clips (1) on associated bores and clip in to place.

Fig 2: Clips And Side Trim Panel

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