Installing the outer B-pillar trim panel

Insert B-pillar trim panel (1) upwards into the holder (2) .

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Tighten down screws (1) .

TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

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

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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: 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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Adjust the B-pillar trim panel (1) by twisting the hexagon on the 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 SPECIFICATIONS

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.

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