Overview - Roof Trim Molding

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NOTE:

Note different versions.

The roof trim strips are not riveted to the body and must be unclipped from underneath for removing.

Do not twist or bend high gloss trim strips.

To remove roof trim molding, it is not necessary to remove the side window.

Fig 1: Identifying Roof Trim Strip Assembly

Courtesy of AUDI OF AMERICA, LLC

Roof Trim Molding
- Standard roof trim molding:
  -- Unclip the roof trim molding from the top of the vehicle body starting at the >>C-pillar<<.
- High gloss roof trim strip:
  -- Pull the lower trim strip out of the clips on the >>C-pillar<< beginning on the side.
  
  -- Carefully pry the top roof trim strip out of the clips on the >>D-pillar<< and side window and unclip it from the body flange.
  
  -- Beginning at the >>A-pillar<<, unclip the roof trim strip from the body moving downward.
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Side Panel Trim Molding
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