51 43 251 Removing and installing or replacing trim panel for left or right rear roof pillar (C-pillar)

Necessary preliminary work: 

• Remove COVER ON C-PILLAR AT BOTTOM 
• Remove REAR SEAT BELT  (end fitting)

Release expanding rivets (2) from trim panel (1).

Unhook trim panel (1) downward and set aside.

Fig 1: Identifying Expanding Rivets From Trim Panel

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Installation note: 

Hooks (2) on trim panel (1) must not be damaged.

Fig 2: Identifying Hooks On Trim Panel

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