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51 31 045 Removing and installing/replacing trim on A-pillar, left or right

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IMPORTANT: After cementing the windscreen, at least 6 hours must be allowed to elapse before fitting the A-pillar trim covers (windscreen breakage).

Release door seal around A-pillar area.

Release screws (1 and 2).

Unclip trim in direction of arrow.

Installation: 

The A-pillar trim cover must be behind the lower ornamental strip of the windscreen.

Fig 1: Locating A-Pillar Trim Retaining Screws
G03306730Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

If necessary, release clips (2) from A-pillar (1).

Clips (2) and shaped part (3) must not be damaged.

Build date up to 09/2003: 

Retrofit shaped part (3).

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Clip Piece And Seal
G03306731Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty nut inserts (1) on A-pillar (2).

Fig 3: View Of Nut Inserts On A-Pillar
G03306732Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Installation: 

If necessary, replace faulty clips (1) on trim (2).

Fig 4: Locating Clip Pieces On Trim For A-Pillar
G03306733Courtesy of BMW OF NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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