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51 43 ... Removing and installing/replacing trim on armrest of left or right side trim panel

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Special tools required: 

Lever out trim (1) on side trim panel (2) with special tool 00 9 317  in direction of arrow and remove.

IMPORTANT: Do not damage side trim panel (1) when removing.
Fig 1: Identifying Side Trim Panel And Special Tool
G04761101Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

Guides (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Guide
G04761102Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.