51 43 002 Removing and installing rear left or right side trim panel

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Special tools required

NOTE: For special tools, refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - SPECIAL TOOLS - 645CI (E63)

00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove entrance cover strip
Partially detach backrest for rear seat
Remove panel for door pillar
Remove trim on armrest of side trim panel

Release screws (1).

Detach mucket (2) on side trim panel (3).

Fig 1: Detaching Mucket On Side Trim Panel

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

Carefully unclip side trim panel (3) at top from retainers (2).

Remove side trim panel (3) towards inside.

Fig 2: Removing Side Trim Panel

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty nuts (1) and/or retainers (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Faulty Nuts And/Or Retainers

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Installation:

Fit all clips (1) with sealing ring.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Fig 4: Identifying Clips With Sealing Ring

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