Pillar Trim

Removing And Installing A-pillar Trim

Technical values







Preliminary work

1. Open convertible top.
2. Remove sun visor. Refer to Removing and installing sun visor

Removing A-pillar trim







1. Unscrew fastening screws -1- from the convertible-top peg housing -2-.







2. Pull A-pillar trim -1- inwards along the windscreen frame -2- in -direction of arrow-.







3. Remove A-pillar trim -1- upwards in -direction of arrow-.







Installing A-pillar trim







INFORMATION: Ensure that deformation element is seated correctly before installation.

1. Check sheetmetal clips -3- and replace if necessary. Position A-pillar trim panel -1- on windscreen frame -direction of arrow-.







2. Insert A-pillar trim panel -1- laterally (transition point to dashboard) on windscreen frame -direction of arrow- click into place.







3. In order to avoid rattling noises, each of the two convertible-top peg housings on the left and right -2- must be facing outwards in relation to the centring pins fitted on the convertible top or hardtop when tightening. The convertible top must be closed or the hardtop must be fitted to check the adjustment. Tighten fastening screws -1-. Tightening torque: Final tightening: 7.5 ftlb.







Subsequent work

Install sun visor. Refer to Removing and installing sun visor