51 47 312 Replacing footrest for front vehicle interior

Removal: 

Unclip the cover (1) from the footrest (2).

Fig 1: Removing Cover From Footrest

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If necessary, loosen the screw in this area (1).

The footrest (2) has been bonded to the carpet.

Detach the footrest (2) from the carpet or cut at the adhesive.

Fig 2: Detaching Footrest From Carpet

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Installation: 

Position the new footrest (2) on the carpet.

Drill out this area (1) using a Ø 5 mm drill.

Fig 3: Detaching Footrest From Carpet

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Screw the plug (1) into the bore.

Fig 4: Screwing Plug Into Bore

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Pre-treat the footrest (1) using primer 206.

Apply an adhesive bead (2) with Ø 5 mm to the footrest (1).

Fig 5: Adhesive Bead Applying Area With Footrest

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Bond the new footrest (2) to the carpet and tighten in this area (1) using the screw.

Fig 6: Detaching Footrest From Carpet

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