51 36 035 Removing and installing/replacing trim on side window at top rear left or right

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NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see SPECIAL TOOLS - X5 (3.0i) .

Special Tools Required:

00 9 316
00 9 317

Carefully lever out trim (1) with special tool 00 9 317.

Fig 1: Levering Out Trim With Assembly Wedge

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Installation:

Fit trim (1), raise sealing lip (2) with special tool 00 9 316 and at same time snap trim (1) into place.

Fig 2: Raising Sealing Lip With Assembly Wedge

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Installation:

Catches (1) on trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Catches On Trim

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If trim (2) fails to engage correctly, bend catches (1) slightly.