51 43 ... Removing and installing/replacing trim on armrest of left or right side trim panel

Special tools required:

Lever out trim (1) on side trim panel (2) with special tool 00 9 317 in direction of arrow and remove.

IMPORTANT: Do not damage side trim panel (1) when removing.

Fig 1: Identifying Side Trim Panel And Special Tool

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Installation:

Guides (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Guide

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