51 42 081 Replacing armrest on rear left or right door trim panel (long version or from 03/2007)

Necessary preliminary tasks:

IMPORTANT:

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

Armrest is only welded to door trim panel during initial fitting; if necessary, release nuts in place of welding spots.

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

Remove armrest.

Installation:

Secure armrest with nuts (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Door Trim Panel, Welding Spots, And Nuts

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