51 43 148 Removing and installing or replacing trim on left or right door pillar (top)

Necessary preliminary tasks: 

• Remove Panel For Door Pillar (Bottom) 
• Release Seat Belt Screw On Front Seat

Release clips (1).

Pull off panel (2) towards bottom.

Separate webbing.

Fig 1: Identifying Panel And Clips

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Installation: 

Following parts of trim (1) must not be damaged or missing:

1. 2 Guides
2. 3 Clips
   • Fixtures for expansion rivets
   • Belt finisher strip
     Fig 2: Identifying Trim, Guides And Clips

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