A3 L4-2.0L Turbo (BPY) (2006)
Trim Panel: Service and Repair
Lower C-Pillar Trim, Removing and Installing
Lower C-pillar Trim, Removing And Installing
Removing
CAUTION: Observe safety precautions for work on airbags.
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Remove rear side airbag.
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Unclip rear sill panel strip - 2 - in joint area to lower C-pillar trim - 1 - in - direction of arrow -.
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Carefully remove lower C-pillar trim - 1 - from upper C-pillar trim - 2 - from body and retaining clip - 4 - from threaded pin - arrows -.
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Remove lower C-pillar trim.
Installing
Installation is reverse of removal, but note the following:
NOTE: Replace damaged spring clamps.
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Pull door seal rubber lip - 3 - over lower C-pillar trim edge.
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Install rear side airbag.
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Install 2/3 rear seat backrest.
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Install 1/3 rear seat backrest.
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Install rear seat bench.