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 assembly . See 51 45 184 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL MECHANISM (ECE ONLY) or 51 45 184 REMOVING AND INSTALLING (REPLACING) TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL MECHANISM (US ONLY)

Release screw (1).

Remove handle from bonnet cable release.

Release screw (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Bonnet Handle Screws

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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: Removing A-Pillar Trim Panel Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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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 A-Pillar Trim Panel, Clamp And Clip
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