51 49 054 Removing and installing/replacing trim panel for rear window frame on left splitdoor

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove panel for left splitdoor.  

Detach trim panel (1) inwards from rear window frame.

Fig 1: Detaching Trim Panel Inwards From Rear Window Frame

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Installation: 

Clips (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Clips

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