51 43 150 Removing and installing or replacing trim for left or right door pillar (bottom)

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FRONT DOOR SILL COVER STRIP

E84 only:

Remove REAR DOOR SILL COVER STRIP

Snap trim (2) out of clips (1) at bottom.

Feed out trim (2) for door pillar from door sill cover strip (3).

Fig 1: Removing Trim Door Pillar From Door Sill Cover Strip

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Partially detach edge protection in area of B pillar panel.

Carefully feed out bottom trim (1) from top trim (2).

Fig 2: Removing Bottom Trim From Top Trim

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Guides (2) on trim (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Guides On Trim And Clips

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