D-Pillar Trim Panel, Removing And Installing: Removing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2024 Audi SQ7, 2024 Audi Q7, 2023 Audi SQ7, and 2023 Audi Q7. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
-- 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.
-- Remove the bolt -2- behind it.
-- Remove the bolts -1 and 3-.
-- 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 .