51 43 251 Removing and installing or replacing trim from rear left or right roof pillar

Lift interior light out from side of C pillar trim panel.

Fig 1: Removing Interior Light

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Pull off connectors.

Fig 2: Pulling Off Connectors

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Pull trim upwards to unclip then inwards and upwards to remove.

Fig 3: Pulling Trim Upwards And Unclipping

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Installation: 

If necessary, replace damaged clips.

Only replace:

Remove insulating mat and cement to new trim panel.

Fig 4: Identifying Trim Clips

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