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Releasing and securing B-pillar trim, 2-door models
Releasing and securing B-pillar trim, 2-door models
Special tools and workshop equipment required
   
t  Removing wedge -3409-
  Note
Removal and installation are described for the left vehicle side. Follow same instructions for the right side as appropriate.
Removing
–  Unclip C-pillar trim where it overlaps with B-pillar trim.
–  Unclip side trim where it overlaps with B-pillar trim.
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–  Release upper B-pillar trim -4- from door seal beading.
–  Release retaining clip -1- of B-pillar trim -4- using removing wedge -3409- in lower area from bodywork mountings in -direction of arrow-.
–  Release retaining clip -2- of B-pillar trim -4- using removing wedge -3409- in middle area from bodywork mountings in -direction of arrow-.
–  Release retaining clip -3- of B-pillar trim -4- using removing wedge -3409- in upper area from bodywork mountings in -direction of arrow-.

–  Remove B-pillar trim.
Installing
  Note
t  Before installing, check all fasteners for damage and renew if necessary.
t  When installing, the belt adjuster slide and the button of the trim must be in the same position.
t  After installation, make sure that B-pillar trim -3- is behind beading of door seal.
–  Install in reverse order of removal.
–  Insert centring drift -5- in mounting and start engaging retaining clips -1, 2 and 3-.
   

Removing and installing C-pillar trim > < Releasing and securing B-pillar trim, 4-door models