51 43 201 Removing and installing or replacing trim for front left or right roof ('A' post)

WARNING: Vehicles with head airbag: follow safety instructions for working on cars with airbag systems. Refer to 51 00 ... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORKING ON CARS WITH AIRBAG SYSTEMS .

IMPORTANT: Do not use sharp edged tools to remove trim (risk of damage to head airbag).

Release door seal (1) in area of panel (2).

Release panel (2) at top end in direction of arrow and remove.

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips.

Make sure door seal (1) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: View Of Door Seal

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Version with ITS head airbag:

Cut through retaining straps on clips (1) and remove panel.

Remove clips from body.

Dispose of panel and clips.

Fig 2: Removing Trim Clips

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