51 43 075 Removing and installing/replacing side trim panel, footwell, on A-pillar, right

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Necessary preliminary work:

Remove DOOR SILL COVER STRIP, FRONT (INSIDE) RIGHT
Remove DASHBOARD TRIM AT BOTTOM RIGHT

Detach edge protection (1) in area of side trim (3).

Release clips (2) in direction of arrow.

Pull out side trim panel (3) from carpet.

Installation note:

Clips (2) for side trim panel trim (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Pulling Out Side Trim Panel

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Replacement

Modify clips (2) for side trim panel (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Clips And Side Trim Panel

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