51 43 002 Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right side trim

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR SEAT
Remove backrest for rear seat. See BACKREST FOR LEFT REAR SEAT or BACKREST FOR RIGHT REAR SEAT .
Open convertible top

Unclip clip (1).

Detach mucket (2) in direction of arrow from side trim (4).

Release screw (3).

Fig 1: Detaching Mucket

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Release seat belt screw (1) on entrance cover strip (2).

Installation:

Tightening torque 72 11 4AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Belt Screw On Entrance Cover Strip

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Lever out expansion rivets (1).

Release screw (2).

Unclip clips (3) and remove side trim (4) inwards and upwards.

Fig 3: Removing Side Trim

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Installation:

Guides (1) on side trim (3) must not be damaged.

Replacement:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (2) on side trim (3).

Fig 4: Identifying Side Trim, Clips, And Guides

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