Installing C-pillar trim panel
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WARNING:
Pyrotechnic components
.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only.
- Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped.
- For additional information see: SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
- Guide in the C-pillar trim panel (2) and install.
- Put a drop of screw locking agent on the thread of each nut before screwing.
ADHESIVE SPECIFICATIONS
| Screw lock Loctite Stick 243, medium strength | 10 ml, Bottle | 83192210339 |
- Tighten nuts (3) and (4).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| C-pillar trim panel to body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Nut M6 | tightening torque | 5.0 Nm |
- Put a drop of screw locking agent on the screw thread before screwing.
ADHESIVE SPECIFICATIONS
| Screw lock Loctite Stick 243, medium strength | 10 ml, Bottle | 83192210339 |
- Tighten screw and mount cover (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Body pillar trim | ||
|---|---|---|
| M5x12 screw | tightening torque | 2.5 Nm |
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING THE BOTTOM C-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
- Refer to INSTALLING BACKREST SIDE SECTION .
WARNING:
Airbag unit
.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- Before performing any work on the airbag, always disconnect the battery ground lead from the battery.
- Airbag unit may only be set down with the cushion (airbag itself) facing upwards.
- For additional information see: SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .
WARNING:
Pyrotechnic components
.
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
Danger! Immobilization period-threatening injuries!
- All work on pyrotechnic parts may be carried out by technically experienced and appropriately trained personnel only.
- Replace any damaged part or ones that have been dropped.
- For additional information see: SAFETY REGULATIONS FOR HANDLING COMPONENTS WITH GAS GENERATORS .
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
- Feed in the C-pillar trim panel (2) and install.
- Tighten down screw (4).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| C-pillar trim panel to body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Screw 4.8x19 | Tightening torque | 3.0 Nm |
- Install the expanding rivet (3).
- Tighten screw and mount cover (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| Body pillar trim | ||
|---|---|---|
| Screw 4.8x38 | Tightening torque | 3.0 Nm |
Follow-up work