Remove/install paneling on B-pillar

Remove/install paneling on B-pillar

1 - Paneling (B-pillar) 2 - Mount 3 - Retaining clamp 4 - Belt end fitting 5 - Screw 6 - Screw

Remove:

1. Remove lumbar support control valve for rear seat backrest
2. Remove door sill molding on front and rear doors. Rear door sill molding screwed in area of lumbar support control valve.
3. Remove edge guard in area of paneling (1)
4. Press paneling (1) out of retaining clips (3) with screwdriver
5. Unscrew screw (5) from belt end fitting (4)
6. Pull out belt at paneling (1) and detach paneling

Install:

1. Check retaining clips (3) (7 each) on B-pillar
2. Guide belt end fitting (4) through opening in paneling (1)
3. Guide bolt (6) into mount (2) for paneling (1)
4. Clip paneling (1) to retaining clips (3)
5. Screw belt end fitting (4) to driver's seat with bolt (5) so that it still can be moved
6. Install edge guard on B-pillar
7. Install front and rear door sill molding
8. Install lumbar support control valve for rear seat backrest
9. Check adjustable upper belt guide fitting on B-pillar for proper function

• Screw on belt end fitting: 30 Nm

B-pillar air vent.

Air vent cover removed.

Weatherstrip removed.

B-pillar panelling retaining clamps.

Panelling guide.

B-pillar panelling.

B-pillar without panelling (top). B-pillar without panelling (bottom).