51 43 201 Removing and Installing/Replacing Panel For Roof Pillar At Front (A-Pillar), Left or Right

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

WARNING: Follow safety instructions for working on vehicles with airbag systems. See 51 00 ... 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).

Lever out clip (1) with special tool 00 9 317.

If necessary, detach mucket in area of A-pillar panel.

Fig 1: Identifying Clip

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Release screw (1).

Installation:

Tightening torque 51 43 2AZ. See 51 43 SIDE TRIM PANEL WITH ARMRESTS

Make sure clip (2) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Clip & Screw

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Pull out trim for front roof pillar towards inside/top.

Fig 3: Pulling Out Trim For Front Roof Pillar

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Installation:

Clips (1 and 2) on instrument panel (3) must not be damaged.

Fig 4: Identifying Clips & Instrument Panel

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1) of panel (2).

Fig 5: Identifying Clips & Panel

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Installation:

If necessary, replace defective grommets (1).

Do not damage head airbag (2) during installation.

Fig 6: Identifying Grommets & Head Airbag

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