C-Pillar Trim

C-Pillar Trim, Removing and Installing

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required







- Torque wrench V.A.G 1783

CAUTION: Note safety precautions for working on airbags and side curtain airbags.

NOTE: Replace self-locking screws.







1 - C-pillar trim

Removal:
- Remove rear seat side panel or rear side airbag.
- Remove luggage compartment side trim.
- Remove cover above rear doors.
- Remove rear belt guide.
- Remove bolts for head-level airbag in rear area.
- Remove bolts - 3 -.
- Remove trim - 1 -, unclip spring clip - 2 - to do so.

Installing:
- Installation is reverse of removal. Observe the following when doing so:
- Secure head-level airbag with new bolts.
- Sealing rubber in rear side door must be laid over C-pillar trim.

CAUTION: Ensure trim is held securely.

2 - Spring clamp
3 - Screws, (2x)
- Tightening torque 3.5 Nm