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

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Special tools required:

00 9 325

When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove SWITCH COVER

IMPORTANT: Do not ever pull on the folding compartment.

Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 51 41 1AZ .

Fig 1: Screws

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Mask off front door in working area with plastic adhesive tape.
Do not pull door trim panel too far inside while it is clipped (risk of breakage).

Insert special tool 00 9 325 between door trim panel and front door in area A-pillar/mirror triangle and lever door trim panel slightly towards inside.

Grasp the door trim panel with a free hand and mount special tool 00 9 325 directly on reinforcement (1) of the first clip (2).

Loosen door trim panel by levering against reinforcement (1) of the first clip (2).

Then release the remaining clips (2) in direction of arrow, pulling the door trim panel slightly inwards with your free hand.

Fig 2: Releasing Door Trim Panel Clips

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Pull door trim panel (1) off of clamps (2) in inward direction.

Installation note:

Replace faulty clamps (2).

Fig 3: Door Trim Panel Clamps

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

Installation note:

Perform function check for door inside handle with door open and rotary striker lock closed.

Feed out door wiring harness from all brackets.

Unlock and disconnect all plug connections, then remove door trim panel.

Fig 4: Bowden Cable, Counter Support And Door Lock

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Installation note:

Replace faulty clips (1 and 2).

Make sure the installation location of the clips (1 and 2) is correct.

Clips (natural) with sealing washer
Clip (beige)

Fig 5: Door Trim Panel Clips And Sealing Washer
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Installation note:

After assembling the door trim panel proceed as follows:

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