51 16 405 Removing and installing/replacing roller sun blind on side window of left or right rear door

When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Necessary preliminary work:

Release screws (4).

Tightening torque 51 16 18AZ .

Starting at the hole for locking rod (2), detach roller sun blind module (1) from door trim panel (3).

Fig 1: Identifying Sun Blind Module And Door Trim Panel

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Installation note:

The front and rear felt strips (2) on the roller sun blind module (1) must not be damaged or missing.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Felt Strips And Sun Blind Module

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