Removing and installing or replacing trim panel on left or right door post (top) (330i xDrive Wagon, 328d xDrive Wagon, 330i GT xDrive, 340i GT xDrive)
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Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Remove rear door post TRIM PANEL .
Version with B-pillar lighting:
Unfasten plug connection (1) and disconnect.
Release cable clip (2) from B-pillar.
Detach edge protection (1) in area of trim panel (3).
Release trim panel (3) at clips (2) and feed out toward the bottom.
Installation note:
Make sure EDGE PROTECTION (1) is correctly seated on trim panel (3).
Complete removal only :
Release front seat BELT SCREW .
Feed out seat belt strap (4) from trim panel (3).
Installation note:
Feed guides (1) correctly into holder (2).
Make sure trim panel (3) is correctly fitted on roofliner.
Installation note:
Guides (1) and clips (2) on trim panel (3) must not be missing or damaged.
On replacement with B-pillar lighting version:
Remount LED .