51 22... Removing and installing/replacing side impact protection in left or right rear door
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove ACOUSTIC INSULATION
Security version:
Side impact protection cannot be removed
Version with crashpad up to 03/2004:
Release screw (1) and feed crashpad (2) in direction of arrow out of inner door plate (3).
Installation:
Plug-in nut (4) on crashpad (2) must not be damaged.
Version with door reinforcement up to 04/2004:
If necessary, release cable holder on door reinforcement (4).
Release screw (1).
Slacken screw (2) with open-end wrench (3) (do not release fully).
Tightening torque 51 22 9AZ .
Feed out side door reinforcement (4) downwards and remove.