51 43 070 Removing and installing/replacing side trim panel, footwell, on A-pillar, left (driver side)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove FRONT ENTRANCE COVER STRIP (INSIDE) 
• Remove TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY .

Detach mucket (1) in area of side trim panel (2).

Unscrew bolt (3).

Remove hood/bonnet release lever (4) from side trim panel (2).

Fig 1: Removing Hood/Bonnet Release Lever From Side Trim Panel

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Release screw (1).

Unclip side trim panel (4) in each case in direction of arrow at retaining points (2 and 3).

If necessary, disconnect associated plug connection and remove side trim panel (4).

Fig 2: Removing Side Trim Panel

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Installation: 

If necessary, lever out clips (1) remaining in bore.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Position side trim panel (2) preinstalled with clips (1) on associated bores and clip into place.

Replacement: 

Remove SWITCH FOR UNLOCKING REAR LID .

Fig 3: Unlocking Rear Lid

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