51 43 ... Removing And Installing/Replacing Trim On Rear Seat Backrest Side Section (Coupe)

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Lever out cap (1) with special tool 00 9 318 (universal wedge) towards inside.

Fig 1: Removing Cap With Special Tool

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Lever connecting link (1) out of mount (2).

Fig 2: Locating Connecting Link

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Pull cap (1) off connecting link (2).

Fig 3: Pulling Cap Off Connecting Link

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Installation:

Fit two sealing rings (1) in each case on connecting link (2).

Fig 4: Identifying Sealing Rings
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Slide seatbelt strap (1) to one side.

Press split pin (2) down and pull out expansion rivet (3) towards top.

Fig 5: View Of Split Pin And Expansion Rivet

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Lift out trim (1) towards front and feed outwards from connecting link (2).

Fig 6: Removing Trim On Rear Seat Backrest Side Section

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Installation:

Guide (1) on trim (2) must not be damaged.

Fig 7: Locating Guide On Trim
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Installation:

To improve installation, remove cover (2).
Unlock catches (1) and detach cover (2) from trim (4).
Do not damage guides (3).

Fig 8: Identifying Catches And Guides On Cover From Trim
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