51 21 330 Removing and installing/replacing window cavity cover strip on inner front door

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Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove front door trim. Refer to 51 41 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING LEFT OR RIGHT FRONT DOOR TRIM PANEL .

Lever out cover (1) at rear slightly.

Start at rear with removal of window cavity cover strip (2).

Fig 1: Removing Window Cavity Cover Strip

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Cut window cavity cover strip (1) to length on B-pillar side to 680 mm.

Pull off window cavity cover strip (1) towards top.

Replacement with Security version:

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (3).

Insert window cavity cover strip (1) below cover (2).

Fig 2: Inserting Window Cavity Cover Strip

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Installation:

Coat window cavity cover strip (1) with water before fitting.

Start with installation at front.

Fig 3: View Of Window Cavity Cover Strip

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