51 42 000 Remove and install left or right rear door trim panel

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Special tools required:

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove DECORATIVE STRIP ON DOOR TRIM PANEL of rear door.

Release screws (1).

Installation:

Tightening torque 51 42 1AZ .

Fig 1: Identifying Rear Door Trim Panel Screws

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Unclip clips (1) 00 9 317 of door trim with special tool.

NOTE: Start unclipping at bottom. Damaged clips must be replaced.

Lift door trim panel out of holder.

Fig 2: Identifying Rear Door Trim Panel Clips

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Disengage Bowden cable (1) for release lever first at counter support (2) and then at door lock (3).

Disconnect all plug connections and remove door trim panel.

Fig 3: Identifying Bowden Cable, Counter Support And Door Lock

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Installation:

After assembling the door trim panel proceed as follows:

Open side window
Lock with ignition key
Check for ease-of-movement on locking knob linkage
If necessary, align linkage