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51 43 251 Removing and installing/replacing trim panel for left or right rear roof pillar (C pillar)

Remove rest side section on rear seat backrest. See 52 26 008 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING SIDE SECTION ON REAR SEAT BACKREST .

Remove rear seat.

Release belt nut (1).

Fig 1: Releasing Belt Nut
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Lift out expanding rivet (1).

Fig 2: Lifting Out Expanding Rivet
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  1. Unclip panel at top.
  2. Pull out panel towards top.

Feed out seat belt.

Fig 3: Uncliping Panel At Top
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Installation: 

If necessary, replace defective clip (1).

Belt adjustment fixture (2) must enclose head of belt screw (3).

Fig 4: Checking Clip
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