51 49 003 Removing and installing/replacing cover for rear window frame on left or right

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Special tools required:

00 9 325

NOTE: The operation is described on the left side; proceed in the same way for the right side.

Pull off rubber grommet (1) and unscrew the screw (2) below it.

Lift out cover (3) using special tool 00 9 325 in upward direction

Fig 1: Lifting Window Frame Cover

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Installation note:

Clips (1) and latch mechanisms (2) from cover (3) must not be missing or damaged.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Fig 2: Window Frame Clips, Latch Mechanisms And Cover

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