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 SERVICE POSITION OF ENGINE HOOD .

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).

Remove plate (1).

Fig 1: Removing Plate

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Release screws (1).

Lift out trim (2) at top (3) and remove towards inside/top.

Installation:

Install screws (1) with washers.
Tightening Torque, refer to 51 43 2AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES - 3-SERIES .

Fig 2: Releasing Trim Retaining Screws
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