51 47 000 Removing and installing/replacing front (inside) left or right entrance cover strip

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IMPORTANT: Risk of breakage to connecting lug on B-pillar trim panel. Do not raise entrance cover strip (1) over entire length simultaneously.

Raise entrance cover strip (1) from front to rear. Detach with clips (2) from floor plate.

Detach entrance cover strip (1) from B-pillar trim panel at bottom in direction of arrow.

If necessary, lever out clips from floor plate.

Fig 1: Removing Front (Inside) Left Or Right Entrance Cover Strip

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).
Connecting lug (3) of entrance cover strip (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Connecting Lug Of Entrance Cover Strip

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