51 34 420 Removing and installing/replacing cover on window frame of rear door (front), left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Open rear side window
Detach COVER ON DOOR WINDOW FRAME in B-pillar area.
Remove INNER WEATHER STRIP
Remove OUTER WEATHER STRIP

IMPORTANT: The "INSTRUCTIONS ON FITTING WINDOW GUIDE SEALS " serve as the basis for this repair instruction and must be observed without fail.

Detach rubber seal (1) and rubber window seal (2) from cover.

Installation note:

Coat rubber seal (1) and rubber window seal (2) with APPROVED LUBRICANT before mounting.

Make sure rubber seal (1) and rubber window seal (2) are correctly seated on cover.

Fig 1: Removing Rubber Seal And Guide From Trim

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Release screws (1).

Carefully detach trim (2) towards front/top.

Installation note:

Fitted foam parts must not be damaged when cover (2) is pushed in.

Fig 2: Detaching Window Frame Trim

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