Panel, A-Post, Replacing

Replacing the A-post panel

As the illustrations in this service information are used for different model years and / or models, some variation may occur. However, the essential information in the illustrations is always correct.

Removing the A-post panel

Note! There are two types - safety hook or safety clips - of mounting for the panel nearest the headlining.




- Detach the door weatherstrip at the panel (1)
- Pull the panel straight inwards into the car
- Lift upwards
- Cut off the safety clip or unhook the safety hook depending on the version (2).

Note! Ensure that the guide lugs on the panel do not scratch the dashboard.




Turn the safety clip a quarter turn. Remove the clip.

Installing the A-post panel

Install:
- a new safety clip or alternatively a new hook in the safety hook
- the panel
- weatherstrip.

Note! It is important that a new safety clip is used when installing.

Note! It is important that the clips or hooks are correctly positioned and that the panel is correctly positioned or the Inflatable Curtain (IC) may be negatively affected.