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Removal of the Side Body Protection Strip.

Model: BMW Serie 5 E39 - Years 1995-2003
Part: Body

First, remove the protection strip located on the fender. Use a small plastic tool to carefully pry it loose from the designated holes in the body where the clips of the strip fit. Next, move to the strip on the front door. Use the same tool to pry at the clip holes on the body. Finally, remove the strip on the rear door. Perform this task carefully, following the same method as before. This maintenance operation is performed on a BMW 5 Series.

Updated on 20 February 2026 by ScegliAuto

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