51 43 251 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Trim Panel For Left Or Right Rear Roof Pillar (C-Pillar)
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WARNING:
Follow safety instructions
for working on vehicles with airbag systems.
Disconnect battery . See BATTERY .
Disconnect battery . See BATTERY .
IMPORTANT:
Do not use any sharp-edged tools to remove trim (risk of damage to head airbag).
Lever out cap (1) and release screw underneath.
Tightening torque, see 51 43 2AZ in 51 43 SIDE TRIM PANEL WITH ARMRESTS .
Release panel (2) from clips (3) and feed out in direction of arrow.
Installation:
Clips (1) and guides (2) must not be damaged.
If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).
Trim panel (3) must be correctly fitted with guides (2) on roof pillar.