Removing the trim on the bumper panel at the side

NOTE: RISK OF DAMAGE
Mechanical effects.
Paint damage.

Mask those working areas at risk with yellow plastic adhesive tape.
Remove and install heavy or bulky components with the aid of another person/other persons.

Preliminary work

Refer to REMOVING FRONT ORNAMENTAL GRILLE .
Refer to PARTIALLY REMOVING THE LEFT FRONT AND RIGHT WHEEL ARCH TRIM .
Refer to PARTIALLY REMOVING THE FRONT SECTION OF THE FRONT WHEEL ARCH COVER ON THE LEFT AND RIGHT .
Refer to REMOVING FRONT BUMPER COVER .
Refer to REMOVING FOG LAMP HOLDERS .

Detach and remove the trim strip (1) from behind from the detents (arrows).

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