51 13 450 Removing and installing/replacing trim on left or right splitdoor

Release screws (1).

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Screws

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Press off trim (1) in area of clips (2).

Fig 2: Pressing Out Trim From Clips Area

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Make sure metal nuts (2) are correctly seated.

Fig 3: Identifying Trim Clips And Metal Nuts

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Installation:

Slacken screws (1)

Adjust gap dimensions of trim.

Replacement:

Fig 4: Identifying Screws

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