51 41 060 Removing and installing/replacing armrest on front left or right door trim panel (up to 03/2007)
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL
- Remove INSIDE DOOR HANDLE
Release nuts (1 and 2).
Remove retaining plate from door trim panel (4).
Installation:
Retaining plate must be positioned over pin (3).
IMPORTANT:
Only drill down to door trim panel area (2) so as not to damage the contact surface.
Drill out welding spots (1) on door trim panel (2) with 8 mm dia. welding spot drill bit.
Release nut (3) and remove armrest.
NOTE:
Armrest is welded to door trim panel only on initial installation.
If necessary, release nuts (3) instead of welding spots (1).
Installation:
Attach armrest (1) to door trim panel and screw down with nuts (2).