51 41 000 Removing and installing (replacing) front left or right door trim panel

Special tools required: 

• 64 1 020 

When carrying out repair work on trim panels, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Press cover (1) in top area inwards and remove.

Release screw underneath.

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

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Lever out cover (1) in arrow direction using special tool 64 1 020  and remove.

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Loosen screws.

Tightening torque 51 41 1AZ .

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Lever door trim panel (1) out of clips (2) beginning at the top.

Installation note: 

Replace faulty clips (2).

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Fold door trim panel (1) away from door slightly, beginning in the top area.

Release corresponding plug connections and cable clips.

Remove door trim panel (1) upwards.

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Disengage Bowden cable (1) for release lever first at counter support (2) and then at door lock (3).

Installation note: 

Perform functional check for door inside handle with door open and rotary striker lock closed.

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When replacing, swap over the following parts: 

• SWITCH FOR CENTRAL LOCKING .
• POWER WINDOW SWITCH .

Installation note: 

After assembling the door trim panel proceed as follows:

• Open side window
• Lock with ignition key
• Check for ease of movement on lock button linkage
• If necessary, align linkage