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51 43 148 Removing and installing or replacing trim on left or right door column (top)

Unfasten seatbelt screw on front seat.

Installation: 

Tightening torque (31 N.m).

Fig 1: Unfastening Seatbelt Screw On Front Seat
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NOTE: On the version from 9/97, the trim panel for door pillar (bottom) must be removed.

Version From 9/97: 

Remove trim panel for door pillar (bottom). Refer to 51 43 150 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING TRIM FOR LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR COLUMN (BOTTOM) .

Remove mucket in area of trim for door pillar at top.

  1. Unclip trim panel at bottom towards inside.
  2. Detach out trim panel towards bottom.
Fig 2: Detaching Out Trim Panel Towards Bottom
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Version from 9/97:

Installation: 

If necessary, replace defective clips (1).

Mounts (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Replacing Defective Clips
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