51 43 160 Removing and installing/replacing trim panel on clubdoor pillar

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 51 43 5AZ .

Detach door seal (2) in working area.

Detach panel (3) from clip (4) towards inside.

Only if replacing, release belt strap (5) (see last work step).

Installation:

Fig 1: Identifying Trim Panel, Screw, Door Seal, Clip And Belt Strap

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Make sure belt strap (5) can move freely.

If necessary, replace faulty clip (4).

Make sure door seal (2) is correctly seated.

Version with light package:

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

Installation:

Make sure LED (3) is correctly seated.

Fig 2: Identifying LED, Plug Connection And Cable Holder

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Replacement:

Release screw (1).

Tightening torque 72 11 4AZ .

Feed out guide bar (2).

Make sure guide bar is correctly seated in area (3).

Feed out belt strap from trim for door pillar.

Fig 3: Identifying Slide Bar And Screw

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