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

Special tools required: 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

Carefully lever out door trim panel (2) 00 9 317 with special tool.

Lift off door trim panel upwards.

NOTE: Start lever out with the bottom.
Fig 1: Removing Door Trim Panel With Special Tool (00 9 317)
G10073693Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

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
G06885811Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

If applicable, replace clip (1).

If necessary, replace clip (2) with sealing ring.

Fig 3: Identifying Door Trim Panel Clips
G06885790Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation note: 

After assembling the door trim panel proceed as follows:

Replacement: