51 42 000 Remove and install left or right rear door trim panel

Special tools required:

When working on trim panel components, make sure that visible surfaces are not scratched or damaged (e.g. by sharp-edged tools).

Press off cover (1) on the door handle with special tool 64 1 020 and remove.

Fig 1: Pulling Out Cover On Door Handle With Special Tool (64 1 020)

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Release screws (1).

Tightening torque 51 42 1AZ .

Installation note:

Retaining clips (2) must not be missing or damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Retaining Clips And Screws

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Clip out door trim panel (2) at marked position (1) with special tool 00 9 325 .

Fig 3: Identifying Door Trim Panel Clip Marked Positions

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Disengage Bowden cable (1) for inside door handle, first at counter support (2) and then at door lock (3). Unlock all plug connections and disconnect.

Clip out wiring harness at door trim panel.

Set down door trim panel.

Fig 4: Identifying Bowden Cable, Counter Support And Door Lock

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Installation note:

Renew faulty or missing clips (1) and (2).

Clips (1) =blue

Clips (2) = white

Install Bowden cable (3) into correct position again.

Fig 5: Identifying Bowden Cable And Clips

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Installation note:

After assembling the door trim panel proceed as follows:

Open side window
Check function of inside door handle
Lock with ignition key
Check for ease of movement on locking button linkage
If necessary, align linkage