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

Detach trim panel (1) from clips (2).

Release trim panel (1) from clamp (3) by pulling in direction of arrow and remove.

Installation note: 

Replace faulty clips (2).

Check that clamp (3) is securely seated in trim panel, replace if necessary.

Fig 1: Pulling Trim Panel From Clamp

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Installation note: 

Guide (1) must not be missing or damaged.

Fig 2: Trim Panel Guide

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