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

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Necessary preliminary tasks: 

Lever out trim (1) and release screw underneath (2) underneath.

Release clip (3).

Raise trim panel (4) and feed out in downward direction.

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Panel And Clip
G06212840Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

Replace missing and damaged clips (3).

IMPORTANT: If some clips (1) are lost during removal, if necessary remove C-pillar storage compartment (2) in order to take out clips (1), see 51 47... Removing and installing/replacing C-pillar storage compartment at bottom left or right .

Installation: 

Make sure the trim cover is correctly seated in mounts.

Fig 2: Identifying C-Pillar Storage Compartment With Clips
G06212841Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.