51 43 148 Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim Panel For Left Or Right Door Pillar (Top) (Coupe)

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Unclip side trim panel in area of door pillar trim panel.

Lever out cap (1).

Release screw (2) and detach seatbelt strap (5).

Installation:

Tightening Torque, (44 N.m.).
Fit rosette (3) and spacer bush (4).

Fig 1: Identifying Seatbelt Strap Screw
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Release expansion rivets (1) on trim (2).

Fig 2: Locating Expansion Rivets On Trim

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Pull off door pillar trim panel (1) at top towards bottom. Feed out seatbelt strap (2).

Installation:

Insert trim panel (1) at top correctly into locators (3).

Fig 3: View Of Door Pillar Trim Panel
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