51 32 420 Removing and installing/replacing trim on front door window frame, left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

E83 only:

Remove window cavity cover strip on outside of front door

Partially detach rubber window seal (1) at rear.

Fig 1: Identifying Rubber Window Seal

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Release screws (1).

Remove finisher (2) and press approx. 3 mm towards rear.

Fig 2: Identifying Finisher And Screws

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Remove trim (1) towards top.

Fig 3: Identifying Front Door Window Trim

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Installation:

Following parts must not be damaged or missing:

Plastic nuts
Sound insulation
Seal

Fig 4: Identifying Plastic Nuts, Sound Insulation And Seal
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Installation:

Check trim (1) for damage, replace if necessary.

Fig 5: Identifying Window Trim

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