51 41 000 Removing and installing left or right front door trim panel

Unfasten screw (1) in air duct.

If necessary lift out footwell light (2) and remove connector.

Version with seat memory:

If necessary, lift out memory switch (3) and remove connector.

Fig 1: Removing Air Duct Screw, Footwell Light & Memory

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Remove toggle switch (1) for side-window operation, refer to 61 31 115 REPLACING ROCKER SWITCH FOR SIDE-WINDOW OPERATION .

Lift out seal cap (2) and unfasten screw.

Fig 2: Removing Toggle Switch, Seal Cap & Door Panel Screw

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Unclip door trim panel all around.

Fig 3: Unclip Door Trim Panel

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

Fig 4: Removing Door Handle

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Remove door clip.

Fig 5: Removing Door Clip

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Installation: 

Install door clip in bracket of door trim.

Installation: 

Clips (1) are longer than the other clips. If necessary, replace damaged clips.

Fig 6: Installing Door Clip In Bracket Of Door Trim

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Fig 7: Identifying Door Clips

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Installation: 

Slide cable (1) with acoustic insulation (2) through the bore (3).

Fig 8: Sliding Cable With Acoustic Insulation Through Bore

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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 steps 1 to 4