51 34 425 Removing and installing/replacing trim on window frame of rear door, rear left or right

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

Unclip trim (1) from clips (2) and detach towards rear.

Fig 1: Unclipping Trim From Clips And Detaching Towards Rear

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Installation:

Retainers (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Checking Retainers

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1) on trim (2).

Fig 3: Replacing Clips On Trim

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