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

Special tools required:

Unscrew the screws (1).

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Loosen screws (1).

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Release all clips (1) in vicinity of dashed line (2).

Installation note:

Replace faulty clips (1).

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Lever out trim (1) with special tool 00 9 327 at detents (2) and remove.

Installation note:

Detents (2) must not be damaged.

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Lever out trim (1) with special tool 00 9 340 upward out of detents (2) and remove.

Installation note:

Detents (2) must not be damaged.

Make sure trim (1) is correctly seated on door sill (3).

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Unscrew the screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 71 3AZ .

Unscrew nuts (2).

Tightening torque 51 71 2AZ .

Disengage cover (3) in area (A) and remove in arrow direction.

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