51 43 034 Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right lower side trim section: Notes

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove side trim upper section
Remove decorative strip from side trim panel
Remove rear seat . See 52 24 005 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING REAR SEAT .

Release screws (1).

Release lower side trim section (2) at clips (3).

Feed lower side trim section (2) out of entrance cover strip (4).

Disconnect all associated plug connections/cable holders and remove lower side trim section (2) in inward direction.

Fig 1: Identifying Lower Side Trim Section Of Entrance Cover Strip

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1 and 2).

Fit all clips (1) with sealing ring.

Make sure clips (1 and 2) are in correct installation position.

White clip
Blue clip

Fig 2: Identifying Sealing Ring Clips
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