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

When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Necessary preliminary tasks 

Release plastic rivets (2).

Pull out lower section of trim panel for door pillar (1) towards bottom and set down.

Fig 1: Identifying Hooks And Trim Panel
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Unclip upper part of trim panel (2) in marked area (1).

Pull out trim panel (2) downwards.

Installation: 

Refit mucket correctly.

Complete removal only: 

Release BELT SCREW on front seat. See 72 11 033 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FRONT LEFT OR RIGHT SEAT BELT .

Feed out belt strap (3) from trim (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Trim Panel Screws
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NOTE: Graphic is only an example.

Installation: 

Guides (1) and clips (2) on trim (3) must not be damaged.

Replacement 

Modify clips (2) for trim panel (3).

Fig 3: Removing A-Pillar Trim Panel Using Special Tool (00 9 317)
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