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51 43 148 Removing and installing or replacing trim on left or right door pillar (top)

WARNING: Vehicles with head airbags: Read and comply with safety regulations for working on vehicles with airbag systems. Refer to 51 00 ... SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORKING ON CARS WITH AIRBAG SYSTEMS .
IMPORTANT: Do not use any sharp-edged tools to remove the trim (risk of damage to head airbag).

Unscrew bolt (1).

Lever out sliding rail (2) for seat belt.

Installation: 

Tightening torque, (40 N.m.).

Fig 1: Identifying Sliding Rail For Seat Belt
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Detach seat belt (1) from sliding rail (2).

Fig 2: Detaching Seat Belt From Sliding Rail
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Unclip rear side trim panel partially. Refer to 51 43 002 REMOVING AND INSTALLING REAR LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE TRIM PANEL .

Release screw on trim for door pillar.

Fig 3: Locating Screw On Trim For Door Pillar
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Release trim for door pillar.

Installation: 

Fit door seal correctly.

Fig 4: Identifying Trim For Door Pillar
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Feed out strap (1) and remove trim (2).

Fig 5: Removing Trim
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IMPORTANT: In event of incorrect fitting:
  • Adjusting lever (1) breaks.
  • Adjusting lever (1) drops into belt case.
  • Seat belt blocked.
  • Rattling noises occur.

Installation: 

Adjusting lever (1) of trim (2) must be at same height as belt height adjuster (4).

When installing, insert adjusting lever (1) correctly into mounting (3) of belt height adjuster (4).

Fig 6: View Of Adjusting Lever
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