51 41 000 Removing and installing (replacing) front left or right door trim panel: Notes

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove DECORATIVE STRIP FROM DOOR TRIM PANEL .

Unclip trim on triangular mirror section (1) and disconnect plug connection behind.

Unfasten screws (2).

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Carefully lever out door trim panel (3)

00 9 317 with special tool.

Lift off door trim panel upwards.

NOTE: Start lever out at bottom.

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

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Disengage Bowden cable (1) for release lever first at counter support (2) and then at door lock (3).

Disconnect all plug connections and remove door trim panel.

Fig 2: Identifying Bowden Cable, Counter Support And Door Lock

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Installation:

If necessary, replace clips (1).

If necessary, replace clip (2) with foam insulation.

Fig 3: Identifying Door Panel Clips

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Installation:

After assembling the door trim panel proceed as follows:

Open side window
Lock with ignition key
Check for ease-of-movement on locking knob linkage
If necessary, align linkage