51 41 000 Removing and installing left or right front door trim panel

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks

Driver's side:

Passenger side:

Driver's side only:

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Front Door Trim Panel Screws - Driver Side

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Passenger side only:

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Front Door Trim Panel Screws - Passenger Side

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NOTE: Start by unclipping door trim panel (1) at bottom.

Release clips (2) for door trim panel (1) with special tool 00 9 317 .

Fig 3: Identifying Door Trim Panel Clips At Bottom

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IMPORTANT: On version with light package, pay attention to fibre-optic waveguide in area of door mirror.

Carefully unclip door trim panel (2) at top from retainers (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Door Trim Panel Clips At Top

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Unhook Bowden cable (1) from door lock (2).

Disconnect all plug connections/cable holders and remove door trim panel.

Fig 5: Identifying Bowden Cable And Door Lock

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips.

Fit all clips with sealing ring.

Make sure clips are installed in correct position.

Installation:

After assembling the door trim panel proceed as follows: