51 41 241 Removing and installing/replacing cover for armrest on driver door

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Special Tools Required:

00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Rocker Switch For Side Window Operation
Remove Door Trim Panel

Release lock washers (1) on back of door trim panel (2).

Installation:

Studs for lock washers (1) must not be damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty lock washers (1).

Fig 1: Lock Washers And Door Trim Panel

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Unclip trim (1) with special tool 00 9 317 in upward direction from retainers (2).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty retainers (2).

Fig 2: Trim, Retainers, Special Tool (00 9 317) And Removal Direction

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Installation:

Catches (1) on trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Catches And Trim

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