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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Unclamp cover (1) and remove.

Release screw (2) on end fitting.

Tightening torque 72 11 04AZ .

Fig 1: Removing Cover

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Release screw (1) on seat belt deflection.

Tightening torque 72 11 03AZ .

Fig 2: Identifying Seat Belt Screw

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Release screws (1) and guide cover (2) over seat belt (3).

Tightening torque 72 11 17AZ .

Fig 3: Releasing Screws And Guide Cover Over Seat Belt

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Release latch mechanisms (1) and feed out cover (2) from seat belt (3).

Fig 4: Removing Cover From Seat Belt

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Release screws (2) on side trim panel (1).

Tightening torque 51 43 04AZ .

Release side trim panel (1) at clamps (3).

Fig 5: Identifying Side Trim Panel, Screws And Clamps

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Lever out expanding rivet (1).

Release side trim panel (2) at clips (3).

Remove side trim panel (2) toward the inside and feed out seat belt.

Fig 6: Releasing Side Trim Panel At Clips

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Installation note:

Following parts of side trim panel (1) must not be damaged or missing:

(2) Clamps

(3) Guides

(4) Clips

Fig 7: Identifying Side Trim Panel, Clamps, Guides And Clips

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