51 47 065 Removing and installing/replacing cover strip at entrance, front left or right (Z3 Roadster, M Roadster, Z3 Coupe, M Coupe)

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Unfasten clip (1).

Carefully pull finisher strip, first upwards then forwards to unclip.

If necessary, lift clips off entrance.

Fig 1: Removing Clips

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Installation:

Soak clips in water for a short time.

Install clips and align.

If necessary, replace damaged clips.

Fig 2: Installing Clips And Aligning

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Only replace:

Remove seal (1) from finisher strip (2).

Fig 3: Removing Seal From Finisher Strip

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