Removing and Installing/Replacing Trim for Roof Pillar at Front (A-pillar), Left or Right

51 43 201 - Removing and installing or replacing trim for roof pillar at front (A-pillar), left or right





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

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





Detach mucket (1) in area of panel (6).
Unclip protective cap (2) and remove.
Release screw (3).
Tightening torque 51 43 2AZ [1][2]Specifications.
Unclip panel (6) at fastening point (4).
Feed out panel (6) from instrument panel (5) and remove.





Installation Note:
If necessary, lever out clip (1) remaining in bore.
If necessary, replace faulty clip (1).
Make sure guides (3) of panel (2) are correctly seated in associated mountings.
Position panel (2) preinstalled with clip (1) on associated bore and clip into place.