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Removing Rear Door Panel

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006
Part: Door trim panel

The rear trim panel covers the inner side and is very simple to remove: it consists of a central element that covers the speakers and an outer frame; start by removing the two screws located under the internal armrest handle and then, using a plastic pry tool, detach the clips that secure the central panel to the outer frame, which in turn consists of an upper strip, under the glass, and a lower semi-panel also secured with clips. At this point, detach the clips and complete the removal.

Updated on 13 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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