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      11-07-2014, 12:23 AM   #20
akuan99
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Drives: 2015 228i M-Sport Track 6MT
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Originally Posted by J-Ho View Post
Akuan99,

Thanks for the pics and write-up. I watched a video on youtube about how to remove the door panel on a late model 3-series.. was wondering if you could offer any tips on how to remove the aluminum trim & tabs without scarring or breaking anything? Would you happen to have any pics of the door with the panel removed (to locate the tabs)?

Thanks in advance, love your install so far
The procedure replacing door speakers on F30 is very similar.
In fact I've read and watch F30 procedures before attempting to work on my car.
The differences are in the handle trim and panel screws.
On F22 you have to remove 5 screws (2 on door handle, 2 bottom of panel and 1 door latch).
The door trim is held by two metal springs and several plastic tabs on the perimeter.
You have to start from opening in the bottom and work your way up and around.
The aluminum trim is soft and easy to dent the edges while trying to ply off the trim (even using plastic tool).

I have added photos of the door panel removed and door without door panel.
I've also included picture of removed handle trim.
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