51 15 330 Removing and installing or replacing body molding on left or right front door

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Unclip rubbing strip (1).

Fig 1: Uncliping Rubbing Strip

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If necessary, lift clips off doors.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty rubber grommets (1) and clips (2).

Fig 2: Replacing Faulty Rubber Grommets And Clips
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Attach clips to body molding in rubber grommet and align.
Prior to installation, coat rubber grommets (1) with soapy solution (washing-up liquid).

Clip rubbing strip into door.