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51 43 251 Removing and Installing or Replacing Trim Panel For Left or Right Rear Roof Pillar (C-Pillar)






51 43 251 Removing And Installing Or Replacing Trim Panel For Left Or Right Rear Roof Pillar (C-pillar)







Detach edge protection (1) in area of trim panel (2).
Release trim panel (2) from first detent position of clamp (3).
Release trim panel (2) from upper clip (4).
Pull off trim panel (2) in direction of arrow, with lower clip (4) remaining on the C-pillar.

Installation note:
Lever out clip (4) remaining in C-pillar and insert in trim panel (2).
Make sure edge protection (1) is correctly seated on trim panel (2).







Installation note:
Guide (1) must not be missing or damaged.
Replace faulty clamp (2) and clip (3).
Check that clamp (2) is securely seated in trim panel, replace if necessary.