51 34 420 Removing and installing/replacing cover on window frame of rear door (front), left or right

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Open rear side window
• Detach COVER ON DOOR WINDOW FRAME  in B-pillar area.

Detach rubber seal (1) and rubber window seal (2) from cover.

Fig 1: Detaching Window Rubber Seal

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Release screws (1).

Carefully detach trim (2) towards front/top.

Installation note: 

Moisten rubber window seal prior to fitting with water.

Fitted foam parts must not be damaged when cover (2) is pushed in.

Fig 2: Detaching Window Trim

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