51 43 251 Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim Panel For Left Or Right Rear Roof Pillar (C-Pillar)

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Lift out side interior light (1) from C-pillar trim and disconnect plug connection.

Fig 1: Removing Side Interior Light From C-Pillar Trim

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Unclip clips (1) and remove trim (2) towards inside/top.

Fig 2: Removing Trim Panel

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1) and (2).

Fig 3: Identifying Trim Clips
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