51 34 420 Removing and installing/replacing trim on window frame of rear door (front), left or right

Open door window.

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

Remove window cavity cover strip on outside of rear door. Refer to 51 22 300 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING WINDOW CAVITY COVER STRIP ON REAR DOOR ON LEFT OR RIGHT .

Pull out window rubber guide in front area.

Carefully pull out clip (1) and lever out trim (2) in front area.

Fig 1: Locating Clip And Window Frame Trim

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Installation: 

If applicable, replace defective clips (1).

Fig 2: Replacing Window Frame Trim Clips

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Release expansion rivet (1) on seal (2).

Fig 3: Releasing Expansion Rivet On Seal

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Release screws (1) and detach trim (2).

Fig 4: Releasing Screws And Detaching Trim

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Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty plastic nuts (1).

Fig 5: Replacing Plastic Nuts

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Installation: 

Seal (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 6: Identifying Window Frame Seal

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If necessary, replace faulty clip (2) on trim (3).