51 34 160 Removing and installing/replacing cover (anti-trapping protection) on door window frame (rear door), inside left or right

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Remove rear door trim panel. Refer to 51 42 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR TRIM PANEL .

Carefully lever out clip (1) and lever out trim (2) in rear area. Disconnect plug connection (3).

Fig 1: Levering Out Clip And Trim

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Carefully lever out clip (1).

Lift out cover (1) from fixed door window.

Fig 2: Lifting Out Cover From Fixed Door Window

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NOTE: Do not tear off cover (1) in area (2). Lift out and remove cover (2).

Installation:

If applicable, replace defective clips (1).

Fig 3: Replacing Door Trim Clips

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Installation:

Connection (1) of cover (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Door Trim Cover Connection

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If necessary, replace faulty clip (3).

Clips (4) must not be damaged.

Carry out function check.