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

Special tools required:

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

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove COVER ON DOOR HANDLE

IMPORTANT: Do not under any circumstances pull on map pocket.

Pull out inside door handle (1) and hold open so that catch (3) on handle recess (2) can be released (see next operation).

Fig 1: Inside Door Handle And Catch

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Working edge (1) of special tool 64 1 020 points upwards and levers out latch mechanism (2) in direction of arrow.

At the same time, lift up handle recess (3) slightly at rear so that it doesn't snap back in again.

Fig 2: Lifting Handle Recess

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Detach handle recess (1) from latch mechanisms (2) with special tool 64 1 020 and remove.

Fig 3: Detaching Handle Recess From Latch Mechanisms With Special Tool (64 1 020)

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Installation note:

Guide (1) and latch mechanisms (2) must not be damaged.

For version with handle recess lighting:

Optical fibre (3) must not be missing or damaged.

Fig 4: Guide And Latch Mechanisms

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque: 51 41 1AZ .

Fig 5: Screws

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IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
Do not pull on map pocket. Door trim panel lower section may separate from door trim panel upper part.

Mask front door and door trim panel in working area with plastic adhesive tape.

Detach door trim panel with special tool 00 9 325 in area A-pillar/mirror triangle starting at clips (1).

Fig 6: Door Trim Panel And Clamps

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Pull off door trim panel from clamps (2).

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.

Fig 7: Bowden Cable, Counter Support And Door Lock

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

Installation note:

Rubber buffers (1) must not be missing or damaged.

Replace clips (2 and 3) after each removal.

Make sure the installation location of clips (2 and 3) is correct.

(2) Clips, natural
(3) Clip, beige

Fig 8: Rubber Buffers And Clips
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Replacement:

Modify SPEAKER TRIM (1)
Modify SWITCH COVER (2)

For version without light package:

Install cover (3) for footwell light aperture

For version with light package:

Modify FOOTWELL LIGHT (3)

Fig 9: Speaker Trim, Switch Cover And Footwell Light
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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