51 43 255 Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim For Rear Left Or Right Roof Pillar (Front)

WARNING: Version with head airbag: Follow safety instructions for working on cars with airbag systems. Refer to 72 00... SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .

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

Necessary Preliminary Tasks:

Remove trim for rear roof pillar (rear). Refer to 51 43 251 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING TRIM FOR REAR LEFT OR RIGHT ROOF PILLAR (REAR) .

IMPORTANT: Lever out expander rivet heads (1) only over groove (3) on lower section (2). If necessary, turn lower section (2) with groove (3) towards front.

Release clip (4) and remove trim (5) towards inside/top.

Fig 1: Identifying Expander Rivets

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Installation:

If necessary, replace defective grommet (1).

Fig 2: View Of Grommet

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clip (1).

Bores (2) and insulating mat (4) of trim (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 3: Locating Trim Clip

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