51 47 000 Removing and installing / replacing the front (inside) left or right rocker panel strip

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Disconnect rocker panel strip from front and rear finisher strip.

Unclip rocker panel strip from floor plate by pulling upwards.

If necessary, lift clips off floor plate.

Fig 1: Lifting Clips Off Floor Plate

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Installation

Slide clips onto rocker panel strip.

If necessary, replace damaged clips.

Fig 2: Replacing Damaged Clips

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