51 21 370 Removing and installing/replacing cover (seal) on front door at bottom left or right

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Detach cover (1) downwards in direction of arrow from front door (2).

Installation:

Clip clips of cover (1) correctly into bores (3).

Fig 1: Detach Door Cover

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IMPORTANT: Note installation direction of cover (1).
Curve of sealing lip (2) must point away from door frame (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Door Frame Cover And Sealing Lip

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Installation:

Clips (1) of cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Front Door Clips And Cover

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