51 42 000 Removing and installing rear left or right door trim panel

Lift out cover cap.

Fig 1: Lifting Out Cover Cap

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Lift out cover cap (1) and unfasten screw.

Unfasten screw on window crank then remove window crank and washer.

If necessary, lift out footwell light and/or toggle switch (window regulator) and disconnect connector.

Fig 2: Lifting Out Cover Cap & Unfastening Screw

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Version with sun roller blind on side window:

Unhook roller sun blind at top (1) and pull out towards inside/top (2).

Fig 3: Unhooking Roller Sun Blind At Top & Pulling Out Towards Inside/Top

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Version with sun roller blind on side window:

Pull wooden strip backwards to remove.

Fig 4: Pulling Wooden Strip Backwards

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Version with sun roller blind on side window:

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty clips and/or grommets.

Fig 5: Replacing Faulty Clips &/Or Grommets

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Version with sun roller blind on side window:

Release screws through bores (1).

Unscrew bolt (2).

Fig 6: Releasing Screws Through Bores

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Unclip door trim panel all around.

Fig 7: Unclipping Door Trim Panel All Around

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Pull door trim upwards out of door clip and slide door handle (1) through the door trim.

Fig 8: Pulling Door Trim Upwards Out Of Door Clip & Sliding Door Handle

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Remove door clip.

Fig 9: Removing Door Clip

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Installation: 

Install door clip in bracket of door trim.

Fig 10: Installing Door Clip In Bracket Of Door Trim

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Installation: 

If necessary, replace damaged clips.

Fig 11: Replacing Damaged Clips

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Installation: 

After assembling the door trim panel proceed as follows:

1. Open door window
2. Close door
3. Lock with vehicle key
4. Check whether the linkage on the retaining knob can move freely.
5. If necessary, dismantle door trim panels and align the linkage
6. If necessary, mount door trim
7. If necessary, repeat points 1 to 4