3 Series E46 316i (N42) TOUR
51 13 316
Removing and installing/replacing trim strip
on drip moulding on left or right (Touring)
Note:
Two persons are needed to remove and install the trim
strip.
Note:
Trim strip (1) is secured with 13 clips (2).
To remove trim strip at rear of drip moulding, it is only
necessary to detach strip (1) at rear four clips (2).
Note:
Make sure body is not damaged in area of A- and C-pillars.
In first step, clip trim strip (1) out of centering (2) of rear trim
strip (3).
Carefully clip out trim strip (1) with special tool 00 9 318 (universal
wedge).
Installation:
To prevent leaks and noises:
Check all clips (2) for visible damage.
Loose or damaged clips (2), as shown in illustration, must be
replaced as follows:
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Drive through split pin (1) with split-pin drift and hammer,
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split pin (1) is permitted to drop into interior of side frame,
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remove clip(s) (2) by hand.
RA Removing and installing/replacing trim strip on drip moulding on left or right (
BMW AG - TIS
21.01.2013 18:37
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