51 43 252 Removing and installing/replacing panel for rear roof pillar (D-pillar), left or right

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NOTE:

For Special Tool identification, see SPECIAL TOOLS - X5 (3.0i) .

Special Tools Required:

00 9 318

Remove trim for tail panel at top. Refer to 51 46 050 REMOVING AND INSTALLING/REPLACING FINISHER FOR TOP OF REAR APRON .

Lever out cover (1) on rear lid lock (2) with (universal wedge) special tool 00 9 318.

Detach rear lid rubber.

Fig 1: Removing Cover Using Assembly Wedge

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Release screw (1).

Fig 2: Releasing Screw For Rear Roof Pillar Panel

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Detach panel (2) at top approx. 30 mm from roof pillar.

Pull panel (1) to one side.

Detach lug (2) from headliner (3).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty lug (2) or clip (4).

Fig 3: Aligning Panel To One Side

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Lift panel (1) over rear lid lock (2) and remove.

Fig 4: Lifting Panel Over Rear Lid Lock

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Installation:

Make sure guide (1) and journal (2) are correctly seated on panel (3).

Fig 5: Checking Seating Of Guide And Journal

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