51 43 201 Removing and installing or replacing trim for front left or right roof pillar

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Special tools required:

00 9 317

WARNING: Follow safety instructions for working on vehicles 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 (trim panel wedge).

Fig 1: Removing Clip With Special Tool

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

Release screw (1).

Fig 2: Releasing Screw

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Installation:

Tightening torque 51 43 2AZ. Refer to BODY EQUIPMENT - TIGHTENING TORQUES .

Make sure clip (2) is correctly seated.

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: Installing Clips On Instrument Panel

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Installation:

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

Fig 5: Replacing Faulty Clips Of Panel

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Installation:

If necessary, replace defective grommets (1).

Fig 6: Replacing Defective Grommets

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Do not damage head AIRBAG (2) during installation.