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

Special tools required: 

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

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

Release screw (2) and remove release lever (3).

Fig 1: Removing Release Lever
G04788762Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Release screw (1).

Unclip clip (2) using special tool 00 9 325 .

Remove trim panel (3) towards inside.

Installation note: 

Replace the faulty clip (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Trim Panel, Clip And Screw
G11093010Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.