51 43 075 Removing and installing/replacing side trim panel, footwell, on A-pillar, right

Necessary preliminary tasks:

Removal:

Detach edge protection (1) in area of side trim panel (3).

Pull off the side trim panel (3) inwards from the clips (2).

Feed out side trim panel (3).

Release clips (2) from the body and insert clips into the side trim panel (3).

Fig 1: Edge Protection, Side Trim Panel And Clips

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Installation:

Clips (1) for the side trim panel (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Side Trim Panel And Clips

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Clip in side trim panel (1).

Make sure edge protection (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Side Trim Panel And Edge Protection

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