51 34 160 Removing and installing/replacing housing cover on inner left or right door window frame

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Open side window
• Remove REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL 

Version with roller sunblind  :

• Remove ROLLER SUNBLIND  from fixed side window

Version with roller sunblind: 

Carefully press hook (1) down and inwards using your thumb until the latch mechanism (2) becomes visible as a result of the distortion.

In this position, pull off hook (1) towards the outside.

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Version with roller sunblind: 

Installation note: 

Retaining clip (1) must not be bent or damaged.

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Pry off weather strip (1) towards the top.

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Release cover (1) at the clamp (2).

Unclip or lever out remaining cover (1) in direction of arrow and remove.

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Installation note: 

Feed cover on window frame (2) correctly into the gap of the rubber window seal (1).

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Installation note: 

The following parts of cover (1) must not be missing or damaged:

1. 2 Connection point
2. 3 Clamps (mount on door if necessary)
3. 4 Guides

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