51 34... Removing and installing/replacing trim for window guide of left or right rear door

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove inner WINDOW CAVITY SEAL

Pull out rubber guide (1) at trim (2).

Installation:

Moisten rubber guide (1) with water before fitting.

Fig 1: Identifying Rubber Guide And Trim

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Unclip cover (1) and carefully pull towards rear.

Release screws (2).

Feed out trim for outer window guide.

Fig 2: Identifying Screws And Cover

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Installation:

Threads (1) of trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Threads Of Trim

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