51 42 001 Replacing left or right rear door trim panel

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove AIRBAG MODULE FROM REAR DOOR
• Remove WOODEN STRIP IN DOOR TRIM (REAR) 
• Remove CHEST STRIP (CHROME STRIP) 
• Remove DECORATIVE STRIP (LIGHT STRIP) 
• Remove INSIDE DOOR OPENER 
• Remove FOOTWELL LIGHT
• Remove SPEAKER TRIM ON DOOR TRIM PANEL 

Unlock catches (1) and remove trim (2) in direction of arrow from door trim panel (3).

Replace all clips (4).

Feed out AIRBAG BADGE  (5), remove and if necessary replace (depending on build date).

Lever trim (1) out of door trim (2).

Version with roller sun blind only: 

If necessary, lever out retaining clips (3).

Unclip wiring harness (5) from door trim (6).

Plug connections:

1. Control unit
2. Footwell lighting
3. Rocker switch for window operation
4. Decorative strip (light strip)
   Fig 3: Locating Decorative Strip, Rocker Switch, Footwell Lighting And Control Unit

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