51 43 230 Removing and installing/replacing trim on C-pillar at bottom left or right

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove REAR ENTRANCE COVER STRIP
Remove SCREEN

Depending on equipment specification:

Pry off speaker cover.

Release screws (1) on speaker (2).

Disconnect plug connections underneath and remove speaker (2).

Installation:

Make sure tweeter wiring is correctly routed.

Fig 1: Identifying Screws On Speaker

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Unclip bottom trim on C-pillar (1) at the marked sites.

Pay attention to retaining tab (arrow) when removing cover.

Fig 2: Unclipping Trim On C-Pillar

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Replacement

Modify clips (1), (2) and (3) on cover (4).

Natural
White
Blue

Fig 3: Identifying Clips On Cover
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