Removing the A-pillar trim panel

NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Removing the hands-free microphone

Remove the hands-free microphone (1) from the A-pillar trim panel (2) with special tool 0 493 681 (64 1 020) .

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Disconnect the plug connection (1) and remove the hands-free microphone (2).

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Loosen screw (1).
Unclip the A-pillar trim panel (2) at the clip (3) and feed out towards the top.

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