51 43 201 Removing and installing or replacing trim for front left or right roof

WARNING: Version with head airbag: Follow safety instructions for working on cars with airbag systems, refer to 51 00... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORKING ON CARS WITH AIRBAG SYSTEMS .

CAUTION: Do not use sharp-edged tools to remove trim (risk of damage to head airbag).

Remove mucket from front roof pillar (A-pillar finisher).

Version with head airbag (ITS):

If necessary, lever out cap (1).

Fig 1: Levering Out Cap

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Version with head airbag (ITS):

If necessary, release screw (1) and remove with clip (2).

Fig 2: Releasing Screw And Removing With Clip

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Unclip trim by pulling inwards and pull up to remove.

Fig 3: Unclipping Trim By Pulling Inwards

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Installation:

If necessary, replace damaged clips.

Fig 4: Replacing Damaged Clips

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Version with head airbag (ITS):

Installation:

Mounts (1) and (2) of trim panel (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 5: Identifying Mounts Of Trim Panel

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