51 41 000 Removing and installing (replacing) front left or right door trim panel

Special tools required: 

• 00 9 317

Preliminary work needed: 

• Remove POWER WINDOW SWITCH
• Remove DOOR ENTRY LIGHTING

Removal: 

Remove cover (1).

Unscrew the screws (2).

Fig 1: Removing Cover Screws

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Unscrew the screws (1).

Fig 2: Power Window Switch Cover Screws Location

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Lift off cover.

Remove screw (1).

Fig 3: Vehicle Door Screw Location (F55)

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Release door trim panel (1) from clips (2) and clamps (3) using special tool 00 9 317 .

Fig 4: Releasing Door Trim Panel From Clips And Clamps Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Detach cable (1) on door lock.

Unlock and disconnect all associated plug connections.

Release associated cable clips.

Remove door trim panel.

Fig 5: Detaching Cable On Door Lock

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Installation: 

Make sure cable (1) is in correct position in holder (2).

Fig 6: Checking Cable Correct Position

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Attach cable (1) on door lock.

Connect all associated plug connections.

Fig 7: Detaching Cable On Door Lock

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Engage door trim panel (1) in clips (2) and clamps (3).

Fig 8: Releasing Door Trim Panel From Clips And Clamps Using Special Tool (00 9 317)

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Tighten screw (1).

Install cover.

Fig 9: Vehicle Door Screw Location (F55)

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Tighten down screws (1).

Fig 10: Power Window Switch Cover Screws Location

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Engage cover (1).

Tighten down screws (2).

Fig 11: Removing Cover Screws

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With door open, check function of door opener and outside door handle.

Required reworking: 

• Install DOOR ENTRY LIGHTING
• Install POWER WINDOW SWITCH