51 43 150 Removing and installing or replacing trim for left or right door pillar (bottom)

Necessary preliminary work:

Release trim panel (2) out of clips (1) at bottom.

Feed out trim panel (2) toward the bottom from door sill cover strip (3).

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Partially detach edge protection in area of B-pillar trim panel.

Carefully feed out bottom trim panel (1) from trim panel (2).

Installation note:

Ensure edge protection is correctly positioned. Refer to: EDGE PROTECTION FOR LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR

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Installation note:

Replace faulty clamps (1).

Guides (2) on trim panel (3) must not be damaged or missing.

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