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

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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:

Remove REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL

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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