51 43 251 Removing and installing/replacing trim panel for rear left or right roof pillar (C - pillar)

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Detach mucket (1) in area of trim panel for roof pillar (4).

Lever out trim (3) and remove.

Release screw (2), tightening torque: 51 43 1AZ, see 51 43 SIDE TRIM PANEL WITH ARMRESTS

Unclip trim panel for roof pillar (4) from mounting point (5) in direction of arrow.

Feed trim panel for roof pillar (4) upwards out of mounting (6) and remove.

NOTE: Make sure trim panel for roof pillar (4) is correctly seated in mounting (6).

Fig 1: Roof Pillar, Mounting Point And Trim

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Installation:

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

If necessary, replace faulty clip (1).

Feed in trim panel for roof pillar (2) preassembled with clip (1) first at bottom, then position on associated bore and clip into place.

Fig 2: Roof Pillar And Clips

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