51 71 426 Removing and installing/replacing panel for cover on left or right side member

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Release clips (1).

Installation note:

Replace faulty clips (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Clips

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Release screw (1) and screw rivets (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Screw And Screw Rivets

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R55 right side only:

Lever out trim (1) with a suitable tool.

Release clips (2).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Trim And Clips

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Release panel (1) at clips (2) and remove.

Fig 4: Identifying Panel And Clips

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1 and 2).

Fig 5: Identifying Clips (1 And 2)

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