51 43 201 Removing and installing/replacing panel for roof pillar at front (A-pillar), left or right

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WARNING: Follow safety instructions for working on cars with airbag systems. Refer to AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .

IMPORTANT: Do not use sharp-edged tools to remove trim (risk of damage to head air bag).

Detach mucket on outside in area of panel (1).

Fig 1: Detaching Mucket

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Remove plate (2).

Unscrew bolt (3).

Unclip panel (1) at top and detach towards top.

Fig 2: Detaching Panel At Top

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Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).

Align plastic lug (2) to retainer in A-pillar.

Fig 3: Locating Plastic Lug In Panel

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Installation:

Viewing direction through windscreen:

Insert panel for roof pillar (1) into groove (2) of trim panel for instrument panel.

Fig 4: Locating Groove Of Trim Panel

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