51 32 420 Removing and installing/replacing trim on front door window frame, left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove WINDOW CAVITY COVER STRIP ON OUTSIDE OF FRONT DOOR

Partially detach rubber window seal (1) at rear.

Fig 1: Detaching Rubber Window Seal

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Release screws (1).

Remove finisher (2) and press approx. 3 mm towards rear.

Fig 2: Removing Finisher

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Remove trim (1) towards top.

Fig 3: Removing Trim

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Installation:

All except Security version:

Following parts must not be damaged or missing:

Plastic nuts
Felt strip
Seal

Fig 4: Identifying Plastic Nuts, Felt Strip And Seal
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Security version:

M5 pull-in nuts (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Trim is designed as a protective cover and is screwed into place with M5 X 20 mm stainless steel screws without shims.

Fig 5: Identifying Nuts

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Installation:

Check trim (1) for damage, replace if necessary.

Fig 6: Identifying Trim

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