51 71 447 Removing and installing or replacing trim panel for cover on left or right side member

Release rivet (1) on wheel arch trim (2).

Release wheel arch trim (2) in the rear section.

Installation note:

Replace rivet (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Rivet On Wheel Arch Trim

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Release rivet (1) on rear wheel arch trim.

Detach cover (2) at clip (3).

Release screws (4).

Installation note:

Replace rivet (1).

If necessary, replace faulty clip (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Expander Rivets, Trim, Clip And Screws

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Release clips (1) and screw (2).

Installation note:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Fit clips (1) with O-rings.

Fig 3: Identifying Clips And Screw

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Unclip trim panel (1) in area (A).

Open doors.

Release trim panel (1) at clip (2) and latch mechanisms (3) and remove in direction of arrow.

Installation note:

If necessary, replace faulty clip (2).

Fig 4: Removing Trim Panel

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Installation note:

Latch mechanisms (1) on holder (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 5: Identifying Latch Mechanisms On Holder

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