51 46 050 Removing and installing / replacing finisher for rear apron at top (touring)

Remove both trims for roof pillar (D-pillar), refer to REMOVING AND INSTALLING / REPLACING TRIM PANEL FOR REAR LEFT OR RIGHT ROOF PILLAR (D-PILLAR) (TOURING)  .

Release screws (1).

Lever out protective caps (3) at openings (2), remove and release screws underneath.

Screw out trim (4) towards inside and remove.

Fig 1: Removing Roof Pillar Trim

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Installation: 

1. If necessary, replace faulty inserts (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Inserts

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Replacement only:

Fit trim (1) for emergency release on trim (2).

Fig 3: Fitting Trim For Emergency Release On Trim

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