51 13 095 Removing and installing/replacing trim on front left or right side panel

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unclip trim (1) in outwards direction from side panel (2).

Fig 1: Uncliping Trim In Outwards Direction From Side Panel

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Installation:

Catches (1) on trim (2) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 2: Identifying Catches On Trim

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