Removing D-Pillar Trim

Fig 1: Identifying D-Pillar Trim Position

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Fig 2: Identifying D-Pillar Trim

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→ Avoid small bending radii when routing lines.

→ File down edges and burrs in the routing area or mask them with adhesive tape.

→ Maintain a sufficient distance from components exposed to high temperatures while driving.

1. Remove rear roof trim panel. → Removing Rear Roof Lining 
2. Open cover for luggage compartment net partition -3-  .
   Fig 3: Opening Cover For Luggage Compartment Net Partition

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3. Unscrew fastening screw -4-  .
   Fig 4: Removing Fastening Screw

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4. Unclip D-pillar trim -Kreise-  from the interior D-pillar at the marked areas. To do so, raise trim slightly -arrow-  and lever out the fixing clips -2-  using a screwdriver.
   Fig 5: Identifying Unclip D-Pillar Trim

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   Fig 6: Removing Unclip D-Pillar Trim

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   Fig 7: Unclipping Top Fastening Clips

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5. Unclip D-pillar trim -1-  where it joins rear side trim panel -arrow-  , -arrow-  .
   Fig 8: Removing Unclip D-Pillar Trim (1 Of 2)

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   Fig 9: Removing Unclip D-Pillar Trim (2 Of 2)

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6. Unclip D-pillar trim -1-  from interior D-pillar at the bottom. To do so, raise trim slightly and lever out the fastening clips -2-  using a screwdriver.
   Fig 10: Unclipping Bottom Left Fastening Clips

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7. Only in vehicles with Bose sound system: Pull off plug -5-  from the loudspeaker.
   Fig 11: Pulling Off Plug From Loudspeaker

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8. Remove D-pillar trim -1-  .
   Fig 12: Removing D-Pillar Trim

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