51 43 070 Removing and installing / replacing side trim panel, footwell, on A-pillar, left

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove trim panel for pedal assembly, refer to 51 45 185 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY
Remove entrance cover strip, front (inside) left, refer to 51 47 000 REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING ENTRANCE COVER STRIP, FRONT (INSIDE) LEFT OR RIGHT

Detach footrest (1) in direction of arrow from Velcro-type fasteners (2) and remove.

Fig 1: Detaching Footrest

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Installation:

Following parts of footrest (4) must not be damaged:

Velcro-type fasteners
Guides
Seal

Fig 2: Installing Footrest

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Release screw (1) and remove release lever (2).

Fig 3: Removing Release Lever

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Release screw (1) and remove expansion rivet.

Fig 4: Removing Expansion Rivet

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Detach mucket (2) in area of side trim (5).

Release screw (3).

Unclip side trim (5) from clips (4) and remove.

Installation:

Following parts of side trim panel (4) must not be damaged or missing:

Clips
Cover cap with retaining strap
Insulating mat

Fig 5: Installing Side Trim Panel
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