A3 Quattro V6-3.2L (BUB) (2008)
Trim Panel: Service and Repair
Upper A-Pillar Trim
Upper A-Pillar Trim
Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required
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Pry lever 80-200
Removing
CAUTION: Observe safety System Safety precautions for work on airbags.
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Remove A-pillar trim - 3 - from A-pillar by hand in area of rubber seal until Pry Lever 80-200 can be inserted at the upper retaining clip - 2 -.
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Using Pry Lever 80-200, press retaining clips - 1 - and - 2 - one after another out of A-pillar as far as catch.
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Remove A-pillar trim - 1 - upward - arrow -.
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In this way, the retaining clips are completely loosened from their guide in the A-pillar.
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Disconnect speaker electrical connector.
Installing
Installation is reverse of removal, but note the following:
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Slide A-pillar trim into guide on instrument panel.
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When positioning A-pillar trim, ensure guide pins - 2 - under upper retaining clip - 1 - can be inserted in groove on A-pillar.