D-Pillar Trim Panel, Removing And Installing: Removing

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2022 Audi SQ7 and 2022 Audi Q7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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-- If installed, remove the expander pin -1- for the catch using a small screwdriver and remove the roll cover catch -2- using pliers.

-- Remove the luggage compartment side trim panel. Refer to LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT SIDE TRIM PANEL, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Remove the roof end strip. Refer to ROOF END STRIP, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .

-- Unclip the cap -1- with the symbol "Airbag" using a screwdriver.

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-- Remove the bolt -2- behind it.

-- Remove the bolts -1 and 3-.

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-- Free up the D-pillar trim panel -2- near the rear lid seal, disengage it at the rear of the D-pillar and unclip from the D-pillar using the : 80-200 -arrow-.

-- If installed, guide out the belt tongue -4- and remove the D-pillar trim panel.

North American market version: if installed, remove the third row rear belt end fitting to replace the D-pillar trim panel. Refer to THIRD ROW REAR BELT END FITTING, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .