51 43 201 Removing and installing or replacing trim for roof pillar at front (A-pillar), left or right

IMPORTANT: Risk of damage!
When working on trim panel components, make sure that the sensitive surfaces are not scratched or damaged.

Release trim (1) inwards from clips (2) and feed out from instrument panel.

Installation:

Make sure mucket (3) is correctly seated on trim (2).

Fig 1: Identifying A-Pillar Trim, Clip And Mucket

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Installation:

If necessary, lever out clips (1) remaining in bores.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Make sure guides (3) are correctly seated in associated mountings.

Guides (3) must not be damaged.

Position trim for front roof pillar (2) preinstalled with clips (1) on associated bores and clip into place.

Fig 2: Identifying Front Roof Pillar Guides And Clips

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