51 43 070 Removing and installing/replacing side trim panel, footwell, on A-pillar, left

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove front entrance cover strip (inner)  (See 51 47 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT (INSIDE) LEFT OR RIGHT ENTRANCE COVER STRIP )
• Remove trim panel for pedal assembly.  (See 51 45 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING PANEL FOR PEDALS )

Release screw (1).

Remove hood/bonnet actuating lever (2) in direction of arrow from panel (3).

Detach mucket (2) in area of panel (5).

Release screws (1).

Unclip panel (5) in direction of arrow from retaining points (4).

Unlock plug connection of switch (3) and disconnect.

Remove trim (5).

Installation: 

If necessary, lever out clips (3) remaining in bores.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (3).

Make sure lug (4) is correctly seated in associated mounting.

Position panel (3) preinstalled with clips (1) on associated bores and clip in to place.

Replacement: 

Press catches and remove switch (1) in direction of arrow.