51 16 405 Removing and installing/replacing roller sun blind on side window of left or right rear door (up to 03/2007)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL

Release screws (1 and 2) and remove roller sun blind (3) in direction of arrow.

Fig 1: Removing Roller Sun Blind

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Security version:

Installation:

Roller sun blind is modified.

Screws (1) are shortened. Door trim panel may be damaged with unshortened screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Door Trim Panel Screws

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