Installing the outer B-pillar trim panel

• Insert the B-pillar trim panel (1) to the top into the holder (2).

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• Tighten down screws (1).
  TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  B-pillar trim panel to body
  Screw TS5x20	Tightening torque	2 Nm

• Fold down the rubber seal (1) and guide it into the trim.

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• Measure the protrusion of the side window glass in the lower area (A) of the B-pillar trim panel (1).

  The nominal dimension of the protrusion of the side windows to the B-pillar trim panel is as follows: 1.2 mm ± 0.5 mm

• Adjust the target dimension if necessary.

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Adjusting the outer B-pillar trim panel 

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• Loosen screws (1) and remove.
• Adjust B-pillar trim panel (1) by twisting the hexagon on adjusting elements (2).

  Nominal dimension of the protrusion of the side windows to the B-pillar trim panel: 1.2 mm ± 0.5 mm

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• Position and tighten screws (1). While doing this, make sure that the hexagon of the adjusting elements does not twist.
  TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATION
  
  

  B-pillar trim panel to body
  Screw TS5x20	Tightening torque	2 Nm

• Once again check the protrusion of the side windows to the B-pillar-trim panel and where appropriate repeat the adjustment.

• Fasten seal (1) in areas (2) with double-sided adhesive tape.

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