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

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IMPORTANT: Risk of breakage to connecting lug on B-pillar trim panel. Do not raise entrance cover strip (1) over entire length simultaneously.

Detach entrance cover strip (1) at clips (2) from front to rear.

Detach entrance cover strip (1) from B-pillar trim panel at bottom in direction of arrow.

If necessary, lever out clips from floor plate.

Fig 1: Cover Strip, Clips And Removal Directions

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Installation:

Fit entrance cover strip (2) with preinstalled clips (1).

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Connecting lug (3) of entrance cover strip (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Entrance Cover Strip, Clips And Lug

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