51 71 447 Detaching and attaching/replacing trim panel for left or right side sill

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Removal:

Release clips (1).

Fig 1: Trim Panel Clips

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Release expanding rivet (1) and screws (2, 3).

Fig 2: Expanding Rivet And Screws

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Open door.

Release and remove trim panel (1) on clips (2).

Fig 3: Removing Trim Panel

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Installation:

Replace faulty clips (1, 2).

Fig 4: Locating Clips

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Open door.

Position and engage trim panel (1).

Fig 5: Engaging Trim Panel

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Replace faulty expanding rivets (1).

Mount expanding rivets (1) and tighten screws (2, 3).

Fig 6: Expanding Rivet And Screws

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Replace faulty clips (1).

Engage clips (1).

Fig 7: Trim Panel Clips

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