51 13 091 Removing and installing/replacing front side panel trim strip, left or right

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 340

Unfasten the trim strip (1) using special tool 00 9 340 .

• Release front catch (A) first.
• Then release top and bottom catches (B).

Maneuver out trim strip (1) and unplug relevant electrical connector if necessary.

Fig 1: Removing Trim Strip Using Special Tool (00 9 340)

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Replacement (depending on version): 

• Attach new label to trim strip
• Swap over ULTRASOUND SENSOR FOR PMA