51 34 420 Removing and installing/replacing trim on window frame of rear door (front), left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Open rear side window
Release COVER ON DOOR WINDOW FRAME

Detach rubber seal (1) and rubber guide (2) from trim.

Fig 1: Disconnecting Rubber Seal And Rubber Guide From Trim

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Release screws (1).

Carefully detach trim (2) towards front/top.

Installation:

Moisten rubber window seal prior to fitting with water.

Fitted foam pieces must not be damaged when trim (2) is pushed in.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Trim

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty plastic nuts (1).

Make sure rubber window seal is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Identifying Plastic Nuts

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