51 49 041 Removing and installing/replacing trim panel for right splitdoor

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove DOOR LIGHT

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 Door Trim Panel Clips

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