Removing illuminated front sill trim from the door sill
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RISK OF DAMAGE
Bending of plastic components .
Application of too much force can lead to bending of plastic components .
Bending of plastic components .
Application of too much force can lead to bending of plastic components .
- Place special tool directly beside the mounting clip.
- Continue un-clipping the part without using the tool if possible.
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Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
- Lever out illuminated sill trim (1) with suitable tools from the detent (2) to the top.
- Disconnect plug connection and dismantle the illuminated sill trim (1).