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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.51 00... Safety instructions for working on cars with airbag systems 
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 Front Roof Pillar Trim Plate
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Release screws (1).

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

Installation: 

  1. Install screws (1) with washers.
  2. Tightening Torque. Refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .
Fig 2: Removing Front Roof Trim
G03124607Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.