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

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

Necessary preliminary work:

Remove FRONT LEFT INSIDE DOOR SILL COVER STRIP .
Remove TRIM PANEL FOR PEDAL MECHANISM .

Release screw (1).

Release screw (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Panel Screws

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Carefully lever out A-pillar trim panel (2) using special tool 00 9 317 .

Disconnect plug connection behind.

Fig 2: Removing A-Pillar Trim Panel Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Installation note:

Make sure A-pillar trim panel (3) is correctly seated.

If necessary, replace both clips (1) and clamp (2).

Fig 3: Identifying A-Pillar Trim Panel, Clips And Clamp

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