Overview - A-Pillar Upper Trim Panel, A3/A3 SPORTBACK, Not A3 E-Tron

Fig 1: A-Pillar Upper Trim Panel Exploded View

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1. Treble Speaker
   • Removing and Installing. Refer to COMPONENT LOCATION OVERVIEW - SOUND SYSTEM .
2. Clip
   • Replace after removing.
   • With hooks
   • Insert in the trim panel
   • Remove the clips that are still in the mounting points on the body using Omega Clip Tool: T40280  .
3. Spreader Clips
   • Insert in the trim panel
   • Remove any remaining clips in the body mounting points using the Omega Clip Tool: T40280  . To install, insert into the trim panel.
4. Expanding Cap
   • With the "Airbag" symbol
   • Carefully unclip
5. A-Pillar Upper Trim Panel
   • Removing and Installing. Refer to A-PILLAR UPPER TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING, A3/A3 SPORTBACK, NOT A3 E-TRON .
   • Press on until it engages audibly
   • Stretch the door seal lip over