51 43 002 Removing and installing rear left or right side trim panel

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove entrance cover strip  . 
• Partially detach backrest for rear seat  . See 52 24 010 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING BACKREST .
• Remove panel for door pillar   .
• Remove trim on armrest of side trim panel  . 

Release screws (1).

Detach mucket (2) on side trim panel (3).

Unclip clips (1) with special tool 00 9 317  .

Carefully unclip side trim panel (3) at top from retainers (2).

Remove side trim panel (3) towards inside.

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty nuts (1) and/or retainers (2).

Installation: 

Fit all clips (1) with sealing ring.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).