51 43 201 Removing and installing or replacing trim for roof pillar at front (A-pillar), left or right

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Special Tools Required:

00 9 340

WARNING: Follow Safety Instructions for working on vehicles with airbag systems.

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

Unclip protective cap (1) with special tool 00 9 340 and remove.

Fig 1: Protective Cap And Special Tool (00 9 340)

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Detach mucket (1) in area of trim (2).

Unscrew bolt (3).

For tightening torque refer to 51 43 1AZ in 51 43 SIDE TRIM PANEL WITH ARMRESTS .

Unclip panel (2) at fastening points (4).

Feed out panel (2) from instrument panel (5) and remove.

Fig 2: Mucket, Trim, Bolt, Fastening Point, Instrument Panel And Removal Directions

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Installation:

If necessary, lever out clips (1) remaining in bore.

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Make sure guides (3) of panel (2) are correctly seated in associated mountings.

Position panel (2) pre-installed with clips (1) on associated bores and clip in to place.

Fig 3: Clips, Guides And Panel

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