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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 (inside) 51 47 000 Removing and Installing/Replacing Front (Inside) Left or Right Entrance Cover Strip





Release door mucket (1) in area of footwell side trim panel on A-pillar on left (2).
Unscrew bolt (3).
Remove engine hood actuator lever (4) from footwell side trim panel on A-pillar on left (2).





Unscrew bolt (1).
Unclip footwell side trim panel on A-pillar on left (3) in direction of arrow from retaining points (2) and remove.





Installation:
If necessary, lever out clips (1) remaining in bore.
If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).
Place footwell side trim panel on A-pillar on left (2) preinstalled with clips (1) on associated bores and clip into place.

Replacement:

Press catches and remove switch for unlocking rear lid (3).