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705719 Removing and installing A-pillar trim


WM 705719 Removing and installing A-pillar trim

Removing A-pillar trim





Installation position for A-pillar trim

Information

- To reduce the unclipping forces and thereby the risk of damage during removal, the removal steps must be carried out at the accessible connection points using a suitable tool.

1. Unclip C-pillar trim panel -1- in area of A-pillar trim panel -2- using a plastic wedge -3-.





Unclipping C-pillar trim panel

2. Pull A-pillar trim panel -1- inwards along the roof frame and windscreen frame.





Unclipping A-pillar trim

3. Remove A-pillar trim panel -1- upwards.





Removing A-pillar trim

4. Check clamps -1, 2- , and replace if necessary.





Checking clamps

Installing A-pillar trim





Installation position for A-pillar trim

1. Insert A-pillar trim panel -1- at the side of the windscreen frame (transition point to dashboard).





Installing A-pillar trim panel

2. Press in A-pillar trim panel -1- along the roof frame until the clamps -2- engage.





Clipping A-pillar trim panel into place

3. Clip C-pillar trim panel into place -1- in area of A-pillar trim panel -2-.





Installing C-pillar trim

4. Lift rubber seal for door -1- using a plastic wedge -2- along the A-pillar trim panel -3-.





Lifting rubber seal for door.