51 43 012 Removing and installing/replacing rear left or right side trim panel upper section (2' Series convertible models)
Special tools required:
- 00 9 317
Danger of being pinched when working around the soft top.
Make sure that the convertible top is not actuated when carrying outwork.
Installation note:
- Clean all belt bolted connections with micro-encapsulated external and internal threads.
- Debris or other residues must not remain in the components.
- If a micro-encapsulated screw is reused, it must be filled with screw locking agent: Loctite 243 coating, intermediate strength .
- The screw connection must be completed within a period of 10 minutes, as after this period the hardening starts.
- Open soft top compartment lid and if necessary, retract soft top
Removal:
Unclip trim (1) for the seat belt guide loop using a suitable plastic wedge.
Unscrew the screw (1) and remove the seat belt guide loop (2).
Unclip cover (3).
Release screw (4).
Unclip side trim panel upper section (5) using special tool 00 9 317 out of the clamps and lift off.
Feed out seat belt from side trim panel upper section (5).
Unclip Bowden cable (1) from latch mechanism (2).
Slide back cover (1).
Unclip Bowden cable (2) downwards out of the latch mechanism on the trim (1) and remove towards rear.
Installation:
Replacement:
Remount sheet metal nuts (3).
If necessary, replace faulty sheet metal nuts (3).
Slide back cover (1).
Clip Bowden cable (2) into the latch mechanism on the trim (1).
Clip Bowden cable (1) into latch mechanism (2).
Feed seat belt into side trim panel upper section (5).
Clip side trim panel upper section (5) in the clamps.
Tighten screw (4).
Clip trim (3) in.
Replace screw (1).
Install the seat belt guide loop (2) and tighten the screw (1).
Tightening torque 72 11 03AZ .
Clip in trim (1) for the seat belt guide loop.
- Close convertible top