Removing D-Pillar Trim Panel

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CAUTION:

Risk of damage to electric wires and head airbag.

→ When unclipping the trim panel using a tool, make sure not to damage the electric wires lying behind it and the head airbag.

Unclip D-pillar trim panel -circles- from the D-pillar at the marked areas.
1. 1.1. Lift trim panel slightly at position -A- .
2. 1.2. Lever out fastening clips using a plastic wedge.
  
  Fig 1: Identifying D-Pillar Trim Panel
  Courtesy of PORSCHE CARS NORTH AMERICA, INC.
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