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

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R55 right side only:

Lever out protective cap (1) and release screw underneath.

Tightening torque 51 43 2AZ

Feed out trim (2) in inward direction and remove.

Installation:

Make sure door seal (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 1: Identifying Protective Cap And Door Seal

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Lever out protective cap (1) and release screw underneath.

Tightening torque 51 43 2AZ

Detach panel (2) from clip (5) towards inside.

Only if replacing, release belt strap (3) (see last work step).

Installation:

If necessary, replace faulty clip (5).

Make sure door seal (4) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying Panel Clip

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Version with light package:

Release cable holder (1) and disconnect plug connection (2).

Installation:

Make sure LED (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 3: Identifying Cable Holder And Plug Connection

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Replacement:

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 72 11 4AZ

Feed out belt strap from trim for door pillar.

Fig 4: Identifying Belt Strap Screw

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