Necessary preliminary tasks

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Remove REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL

Carefully release catches (1) and remove roller sun blind (2) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Make sure catches (1) are correctly seated.

Fig 1: Removing Roller Sun Blind

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Fold up handle (1) and feed out with roller sun blind (2) through frame (3).

Fig 2: Removing Handle

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Installation:

Guides (1) must not be damaged.

Roller sun blind must be correctly inserted in guides (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Guides

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Replacement up to build date 06/2005:

NOTE: Because there are visual differences between the old and new build dates, it is necessary to replaced the left and right roller sun blinds.
When installing roller sun blind in door trim panel (build date up to 06/2005), disconnect blocking finger (1) from roller sun blind (2) and door trim panel (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Blocking Finger, Roller Sun Blind And Door Trim Panel

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