51 34 425 Removing and installing/replacing trim on window frame of rear door, rear left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Detach rubber guide for rear door window glass in area of trim, see 51 34 211 Replacing rubber guide for rear left or right door window
E1 and E83 only:
Remove outer window cavity cover strip, see 51 21 300 Removing and installing or replacing window cavity cover strip on outside of left or right front door

Release screws (1).

Remove trim (2) towards rear.

Fig 1: Trim And Screws

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Fig 2: Clips

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E83 and E91 only:

Installation:

Fit rubber guide (1) before screwing trim (2) into place.

Make sure trim (2) is correctly seated on rubber guide (1) (area A) and on window glass (3).

Fig 3: Rubber Guide, Trim And Window Glass

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