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

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Remove rest side section on rear seat backrest, refer to 52 26 008 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING LEFT OR RIGHT SIDE SECTION OF REAR SEAT BACKREST (THROUGH-LOADING) .

Remove rear seat, refer to 52 26 005 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING REAR SEAT (THROUGH-LOADING) .

Release belt nut (1).

Fig 1: Releasing Seat Belt Fastener

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Installation:

Tightening torque - 31 N.m.

Lift out expanding rivet (1).

Fig 2: Lifting Out Expanding Rivet

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Unclip panel at top.

Fig 3: Removing Trim Panel For Rear Roof Pillar (C-Pillar)

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Pull out panel towards top.

Feed out seat belt.

Installation:

If necessary, replace defective clip (1).

Fig 4: Installing Trim Panel For Rear Roof Pillar (C-Pillar)

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Belt adjustment fixture (2) must enclose head of belt screw (3).