Removing and Installing/Replacing Rear Left or Right Upper Side Trim Section

51 43 012 - Removing and installing rear left or right side trim panel upper section





Special tools required:





Warning!
Risk of injury!

There is a danger of trapping when working in the area of the convertible top system.

Make sure convertible top is not actuated during work.





Necessary preliminary tasks:
- Open convertible top compartment lid, fold in convertible top if necessary





Unclip trim (1) for belt deflector with a suitable plastic wedge.





Release screw (1) and remove belt deflection fitting (2).

Tightening torque 72 11 03AZ Specifications.

Unclip trim (3).

Release screw (4).

Unclip side trim panel upper section (5) with special tool 00 9 317 from retainers.

Feed side trim panel upper section (5) out of seat belt and lay to one side.

Installation Note:
Make sure trim (3), side trim panel upper section (5) and belt guide are correctly seated.





Replacement:

- Replace side trim panel upper section at rear Removing and Installing/Replacing Rear Left or Right Upper Side Trim Section