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51 42 001 Replacing rear left or right door trim panel (up to 03/2007)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Version with interior light package: 

Version with rear smokers' package: 

If necessary, release screws (1) on rear door trim panel (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Rear Door Trim Panel
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If necessary, feed out trim with ashtray (1) in direction of arrow from rear door trim panel (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Ashtray And Rear Door Trim Panel
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Version with interior light package: 

Cut out opening (1) at molding (2) with a scalpel.

IMPORTANT: Ensure a clean cut so that the door trim panel cover (3) is not damaged.
Fig 3: Identifying Door Trim Panel Cover And Molding
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