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Instructions for Removing the Door Panel

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

To remove the front door panel, start by removing the protective cap from one of the mounting screws inside the handle opening and unscrew the screw itself; then, move to the screws along the bottom edge of the armrest and the one below the cap labeled AIRBAG. Once all screws are removed, disengage the pressure clips along the edges of the panel, being careful not to break them, so you can pull it away enough to disconnect the lock cable and the speaker connector to complete the removal.

Updated on 16 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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