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Removing and Installing/Replacing Trim Panel For Left or Right Rear Roof Pillar




51 43 251 - Removing and installing/replacing trim panel for left or right rear roof pillar (C-pillar)





Warning!
Follow safety instructions 51 00 ... Safety Instructions For Working on Cars With Airbag Systems for working on vehicles with airbag systems.

Important!
Do not use any sharp-edged tools to remove trim (risk of damage to head airbag).





Lever out cap (1) and release screw underneath.
Tightening torque 51 43 2AZ Specifications.
Release panel (2) from clips (3) and feed out in direction of arrow.





Installation Note:
Clips (1) and guides (2) must not be damaged.
If necessary, replace faulty clips (1).
Trim panel (3) must be correctly fitted with guides (2) on roof pillar.