51 43 075 Removing and installing/replacing side trim panel, footwell, on A-pillar, right

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FRONT INNER ENTRANCE COVER STRIP
Remove TRIM FOR INSTRUMENT PANEL, BOTTOM LEFT

Detach mucket See 5170... FITTING SEALS or 5171000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SEAL ON FRONT DOOR, LEFT OR RIGHT (1) in area of trim (2).

Unclip panel (2) in direction of arrow at retaining points (3) and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Panel

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Installation:

If necessary, lever out clips (1) remaining in bores.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Preinstall clip (1) in trim (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Clip On Trim

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