51 49 040 Removing and installing/replacing trim panel for left splitdoor

Special tools required:

Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: Start by unclipping door trim panel at bottom.

Release clips (1) of door trim panel with special tool 00 9 317 .

Carefully unclip door trim panel at top from retainers (2).

Fig 1: Removing Door Trim Panel Clips Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips.

Fig 2: Identifying Left Splitdoor Trim Panel Clips (Yellow/White)

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