51 43 000 Removing And Installing Rear Left Or Right Side Trim Panel
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove armrest side section .
- Remove rear seat . See SEATS - REPAIR (COUPE) .
E81 only:
- Remove trim panel for roof pillar at rear (C-pillar ).
Detach mucket (1) in area of side trim panel (3).
Unfasten side trim panel (3) at clips (2) and retainers (4) and remove.
Installation:
If necessary, replace defective clips (2) and retainers (4).
Installation:
Install side trim panel (1) in area of trim covers (2 and 3).
Position side trim panel (1) correctly at retainers and clips and clip into position.