51 43 150 Removing and installing or replacing trim for left or right door pillar (bottom)

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Preliminary work needed:

Remove FRONT DOOR SILL COVER STRIP
Remove REAR DOOR SILL COVER STRIP

Removal:

Detach trim panel (1) from clips (2).

Feed out trim panel (2) downwards.

Fig 1: Detaching Trim Panel From Clips

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Installation:

Feed in trim panel (2) upwards.

Engage trim panel (1) in the clips (2).

NOTE: Replace faulty clips (1).
Ensure edge protection is correctly positioned.

Fig 2: Detaching Trim Panel From Clips

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