Remove the bottom C-pillar trim panel

Preliminary work 

• Refer to REMOVING REAR ENTRANCE COVER STRIP .

• Fold up the carpet as shown.
• Loosen screw (1).
• Remove end fitting (2).

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• Release the edge protection (1) in area of the bottom C-pillar trim panel.

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• Clip in the C-pillar trim panel (3) on the bottom with the clamps (1) and the clips (2).
• Detach end fitting and remove the bottom C-pillar trim panel (3).

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