51 16 405 Removing and installing/replacing roller sun blind on side window of left or right rear door

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL 

Release 4 bolts (1).

E71, E72: 

1. only 3 screws present.
   Fig 1: Identifying Bolts

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Release catches (1 and 2) and pull off roller sun blind (3) towards bottom.

E71, E72: 

1. only 6 catches present.
2. only 5 catches present.

Installation: 

Catches (1 and 2) must not be damaged.

Fold up handle (1) and feed out with roller sun blind (2) through frame (3).