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

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Move front seat upwards.

Release seatbelt screw (1) on front seat and feed out seatbelt strap (2).

Fig 1: Locating Seatbelt Screw And Strap

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Installation:

Tightening torque, (45 N.m.).

Subsequent Work Is Described In:

Removing panel for door pillar (bottom). Refer to 51 43 150 REMOVING AND INSTALLING OR REPLACING TRIM FOR LEFT OR RIGHT DOOR PILLAR (BOTTOM) .