51 47 105 Removing and installing/replacing trim on D-pillar at bottom left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks

Remove FLAP IN LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT TRIM PANEL on left or right.

Unclip trim (1) in direction of arrow.

Installation:

Catches on trim (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 1: Removing Trim

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Release screws (1).

Release trim (2) at clip (3) and remove towards inside.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clip (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Trim, Clip And Screws

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