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

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Open side window completely.
• Switch off ignition before disconnecting plug connections

Lever out plug (1) with a suitable tool and release screw underneath.

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Release screw (3).

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Unclip the door trim panel (5) with special tool 00 9 317 at clips (4).

Installation note: 

Replace self-locking screw.

Fig 1: Removing Door Trim Panel Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Ensure that the clips are correctly fitted.

1. Blue clips
2. White clips
3. Yellow clips

Installation note: 

Always replace blue clip (1) (clip with sealing ring)

If necessary, replace further faulty clips.

Fig 2: Identifying Blue, Yellow And White Clips

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Unclip door trim panel (1) at top.

Feed out door trim panel (1) from release button (2).

Installation note: 

If necessary, replace defective retaining elements.

Fig 3: Removing Door Trim From Unlocking Button

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

Fig 4: Identifying Bowden Cable Of Door Lock

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Depending on equipment specification:

Disconnect plug connection (1).

Remove cable (2) with retaining clips.

Fig 5: Identifying Plug Connection And Cable

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Installation note: 

Carry out following function checks with door opened:

• Close rotary striker lock with a suitable tool. Check freedom of movement of locking button and linkage by actuating the locking system several times on the ignition key.

  If necessary, align linkage and repeat test procedure.

• Open rotary striker lock above inside door handle. Check correct opening by means of visual inspection.