51 43 201 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Trim For Front Left Or Right Roof Pillar

NOTE:

Special Tools Required:

WARNING: Follow safety instructions for working on vehicles with airbag systems. Refer to 51 00... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORKING ON CARS WITH AIRBAG SYSTEMS .

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

Lever out clip (1) with special tool 00 9 317 (trim panel wedge).

If necessary, detach mucket in area of A-pillar panel.

Fig 1: Locating Airbag Clip

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Release screw (1).

Installation:

Tightening torque, refer to 51 43 2AZ in BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Make sure clip (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Trim Retaining Screw

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Pull out trim for front roof pillar towards inside/top.

Fig 3: Removing Trim From Front Roof Pillar

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Installation:

Clips (1 and 2) on instrument panel (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Locating Instrument Clips

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1) of panel (2).

Fig 5: Identifying Clips Of Panel

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Installation:

If necessary, replace defective grommets (1).

Do not damage head airbag (2) during installation.

Fig 6: View Of Grommets

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