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Removing and Installing/Replacing Side Trim Panel, Footwell, on A-Pillar, Left



51 43 070 Removing And Installing/Replacing Side Trim Panel, Footwell, On A-pillar, Left

Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove front entrance cover strip (inner)
- Remove trim panel for pedal assembly.







Release screw (1).
Remove hood/bonnet actuating lever (2) in direction of arrow from panel (3).







Detach mucket (2) in area of panel (5). Release screws (1).
Unclip panel (5) in direction of arrow from retaining points (4).
Unlock plug connection of switch (3) and disconnect.
Remove trim (5).







Installation:
If necessary, lever out clips (3) remaining in bores.
If necessary, replace faulty clips (3).
Make sure lug (4) is correctly seated in associated mounting.
Position panel (3) preinstalled with clips (1) on associated bores and clip into place.

Replacement:
Press catches and remove switch (1) in direction of arrow.