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

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

Remove PANEL FOR DOOR PILLAR (BOTTOM)
Release SEAT BELT SCREW ON FRONT SEAT

Release clips (1).

Pull off panel (2) towards bottom.

Separate webbing.

Fig 1: Pulling Off Panel Towards Bottom

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Installation:

Following parts of trim (1) must not be damaged or missing:

2 Guides
3 Clips

Fixtures for expansion rivets
Belt finisher strip

Fig 2: Identifying Guides And Clips

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