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

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: Removing Trim

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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:

Fig 2: Identifying Panel, Clip, Belt Strap And Protective Cap

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If necessary, replace faulty clip (5).

Make sure door seal (4) 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 3: Identifying Plug Connection, Cable Holder And LED

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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 Inside Left Entrance Cover Screw

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