Remove decorative trim, laterally left and right

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Remove the decorative trim panels

Loosen and remove the decorative trim (1) using the special tool 2 298 505 , starting at the top at the detents (arrows).

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Loosen and remove the decorative trim (1) from the air intake trim (2) at the detents (arrows).

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