51 47... Removing and installing/replacing cover on inside left entrance

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Release screw (1).

Installation:

Replace screw and insert with Loctite.

Tightening torque 72 11 4AZ. .

Fig 1: Identifying Screw

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If necessary, remove floor mat.

Release mucket (1) in area of side trim panel (2) and cover (3).

Unclip side trim panel (2) from cover (3).

Pull side trim panel (2) inwards slightly and release cover (3) from clips (4).

Feed cover (3) in direction of arrow out of guides (5).

Fig 2: Identifying Mucket Area Of Side Trim Panel And Cover

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Installation:

Guides (1) and clips (2) on cover (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Identifying Guides And Clips On Cover

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