Detaching and attaching/replacing trim panel for left or right door sill

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove TRIM  on trim panel for cover on side member in front and rear
• Partly release TANK COVER .

Removal: 

Release expanding rivet (1).

Remove clips (2).

Remove screw (3).

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Release fixtures (1 and 2).

Unclip door sill trim panel (3) sideways from the clips and remove.

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Installation: 

Replace faulty clips (1 to 3).

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Open doors.

Position trim panel (3) and engage in clips.

Mount clips (1 and 2).

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Tighten expanding rivet (1) and screw (3).

Mount clips (2).

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Required reworking: 

• Install TRIM  on trim panel for cover on side member in front and rear
• Install TANK COVER .