51 37 330 Removing and installing/replacing left or right trim strip on rear side panel

Pull off trim strip (1) from side wall towards top beginning at the front.

Pull out trim strip (1) from connecting clip (2).

Installation note:

Firstly feed in trim strip (1) into connecting clip (2) the connect to side wall.

Front of trim strip (1) must be flush with side wall.

Fig 1: Pulling Out Trim Strip From Connecting Clip

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Installation note:

Make sure welt strip (1) is correctly fitted on body.

Fig 2: Identifying Welt Strip

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Installation note:

Clamps (1) on trim strip (2) must not be missing or damaged.

Position trim strip (2) correctly on side wall with clamps (1) press on it.

Fig 3: Identifying Clamps On Trim Strip

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