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.

IMPORTANT:

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

Necessary preliminary tasks:

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 Trim, Clip, Lower Section And Rivet Heads

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Installation:

If necessary, replace defective grommet (1).

Fig 2: Identifying 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: Identifying Bores And Insulating Mat Of Trim

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