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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove FRONT ENTRANCE COVER STRIP (INSIDE)

Release door mucket (1) in area of footwell side trim panel on A-pillar on left (2).

Unscrew bolt (3).

Remove engine compartment lid actuator lever (4) from footwell side trim panel on A-pillar on left (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Door Mucket And Engine Compartment Lid Actuator Lever

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Unscrew bolt (1).

Unclip footwell side trim panel on A-pillar on left (3) in direction of arrow from retaining point (2) and remove.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Point And Bolt

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Installation:

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

If necessary, replace faulty clip (1).

Place footwell side trim panel on A-pillar on left (2) preinstalled with clip (1) on associated bore and clip into place.

Replacement:

Press catches and remove switch for unlocking rear lid (3).

Fig 3: Identifying Rear Lid And Clip

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