51 43 070 Removing and installing/replacing side trim panel, footwell, on A-pillar, left (driver side)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove Front Entrance Cover Strip (Inside)
Remove Trim Panel For Pedal Assembly .

Detach mucket (1) in area of side trim panel (2).

Unscrew bolt (3).

Remove hood/bonnet release lever (4) from side trim panel (2).

Fig 1: Mucket, Trim Panel, Bolt, Hood/Bonnet Release Lever And Removal Direction

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Release screw (1).

Unclip side trim panel (4) in each case in direction of arrow at retaining points (2 and 3).

If necessary, disconnect associated plug connection and remove side trim panel (4).

Fig 2: Side Trim Panel, Screw, Retaining Points And Removal Direction

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Installation:

If necessary, lever out clips (1) remaining in bore.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Position side trim panel (2) preinstalled with clips (1) on associated bores and clip in to place.

Replacement:

Remove Switch For Unlocking Rear Lid .

Fig 3: Clips And Side Trim Panel

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Replacement on right-hand drive up to model year 2005:

NOTE: Because of altered locators on side trim panel and trim panel for pedals from model year 2005, the trim panel for pedals must be reworked.

Cut off ribs (1) on trim panel for pedals (2) flat with scalpel.

Fig 4: Trim Panel Ribs And Pedals

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