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51 47 000 Removing and installing/replacing front left or right entrance cover strip (inside)

NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see MAINTENANCE AND GENERAL INFORMATION - SPECIAL - COOPER (1.6L) R50/W10 .

Special Tools Required: 

Remove bolt (1) securing seat belt slider bar.

Install Hint: 

Tightening torque, (40 N.m.).

Release seat belt slider bar (2).

Remove front seat. Refer to 52 13 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING DRIVER'S OR FRONT PASSENGER SEAT (NORMAL / MANUAL) .

Fig 1: Identifying Bolt Securing Seat Belt Slider Bar
G03306828Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Partially release door seal along entrance strip.

Partially release rear trim panel.

Ensure clip (1) is not damaged prior to installation.

Fig 2: View Of Door Seal Clip
G03306829Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Passenger side only:

Remove clip (1).

Passenger and driver side:

Using special tool 00 9 311 release entrance cover strip.

Replacement:

Passenger side only:

Remove fusebox cover panel.

Fig 3: Removing Clip On Passenger Side
G03306830Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
NOTE: Ensure any damaged clips (1) are replaced prior to installing.
Fig 4: View Of Clips Location
G03306831Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.