51 43 070 Removing and installing/replacing side trim panel, footwell, on A-pillar, left

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT ENTRANCE COVER STRIP (INSIDE)
Remove TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL MECHANISM .

Release screw (1).

Remove handle from bonnet cable release.

Release screw (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Screw Of Bonnet Cable

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Carefully lever out A-pillar trim panel (1) using special tool 00 9 317 .

Disconnect plug connection behind.

Installation note:

Neatly fit A-pillar trim (1) into door seal.

Fig 2: Fitting A-Pillar Trim Into Door Seal

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Installation note:

Make sure A-pillar trim panel (3) is correctly seated.

If necessary, replace both clips (1) and clamp (2).

Replacement

Modify clips (1)
Modify luggage compartment locking system switch

Fig 3: Identifying Clips, Clamp And A-Pillar Trim Panel
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