51 21 330 Removing and installing/replacing window cavity cover strip on inner front door

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove front door trim panel, see 51 41 000 Removing and installing left or right front door trim panel

Release expander rivet (1) on cover (2).

Fig 1: Expander Rivet And Cover

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Lever out cover (1) at rear slightly.

Start at rear with removal of window cavity cover strip (2).

Fig 2: Window Cavity Cover Strip And Cover

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Pull off window cavity cover strip (1) towards top.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (2).

Fig 3: Window Cavity Cover Strip And Clips

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Installation:

Insert window cavity cover strip (1) below cover (2).

Foam (3) on window cavity cover strip (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Window Cavity Cover Strip And Cover

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Installation:

Coat window cavity cover strip (1) with water before fitting.

Start with installation at front.

Fig 5: Window Cavity Cover Strip

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