51 47 105 Removing and installing/replacing trim on D-pillar at bottom left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FLAP IN LEFT OR RIGHT LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL

Unclip cover (1) in direction of arrow.

Installation note:

Catches on trim (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Identifying Trim

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Release screws (1).

Detach trim (2) at clip (3) and remove inwards.

Installation note:

If necessary, replace faulty clip (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Screws, Clip, And Trim

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