A pillar removal?

bwilliams · 06-21-2002, 09:59 AM

I've done what believe is an aggressive search of the '02 A4 forum and have not found the details that I'm seeking for the A pillar removal. I'm going to hardwire my new V1 in this weekend and although I have rather thorough instructions on the wiring aspect of the install, I can't seem to locate the A pillar removal instructions.

Any information is appreciated - thanx!

woofpup · 06-21-2002, 10:46 AM

It's not too difficult but be careful of cross-threading the bolts - it's easy to do.

The Bentley CD says:

Removal

- Remove sun visor page 70-71 .
- Fold down roof grab handle -5-.
- Fold down lid above bolts on roof grab handle -4-.
- Remove bolts -2-.
- Unclip rear airbag label -9- (on B-pillar) and move it down.
- Remove bolt from airbag label.
- Remove upper A-pillar trim -1- below upper B-pillar trim and unclip three clips -3-.
- Remove upper A-pillar trim -1- to the rear.
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Installing

WARNING! Always follow installation sequence for A-pillar trim

- Guide upper A-pillar trim -1- toward front between door rubber and side plate.
- Guide trim retainer -10- into the proper clip.
- Clip securely the upper A-pillar trim -1- using three clips -3-.
- Slide up trim beneath B-pillar trim.
- Ensure that the clip and metal hook of head-level airbag adapter engage securely.

WARNING! Make sure trim has a proper fit.

Key for diagram:

2 - Bolts (2x)
- Tightening torque 4 Nm.
Self-locking
Always replace
Always clean threaded holes for bolts (e.g. using a thread cutter)
3 - Clips (3x)
4 - Lid for roof grab handle
5 - Roof grab handle
6 - Mounts
7 - Groove
8 - Gasket
after assembling trim, make sure seal is properly fitted
9 - Airbag label
10 - Retainer

bwilliams · 06-21-2002, 10:50 AM

...where can I get my paws on a Bentley CD?

woofpup · 06-21-2002, 11:08 AM

Dustin A4 · 06-21-2002, 02:17 PM

woofpup · 06-21-2002, 10:47 PM

06-21-2002, 09:59 AM	#1
bwilliams Junior Member Account #: 35769 Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 509	A pillar removal? I've done what believe is an aggressive search of the '02 A4 forum and have not found the details that I'm seeking for the A pillar removal. I'm going to hardwire my new V1 in this weekend and although I have rather thorough instructions on the wiring aspect of the install, I can't seem to locate the A pillar removal instructions. Any information is appreciated - thanx! __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ March 2007 (54K) to present: 2000 Audi A4 2.8 Tiptronic quattro Brilliant Black exterior, Ecru leather interior Hardwired: Dice iPod integration kit, Sirius ST2 radio, and V1 radar detector ----- April 2002 to October 2005 (105K): 2002 Audi A4 3.0 Tiptronic quattro Canvas Beige metallic exterior, Beige leather interior Hardwired: V1 radar detector ------------------------------------------------------------------------

06-21-2002, 10:46 AM	#2
woofpup Senior Member Account #: 19819 Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 5,424	Re: A pillar removal? It's not too difficult but be careful of cross-threading the bolts - it's easy to do. The Bentley CD says: Removal - Remove sun visor page 70-71 . - Fold down roof grab handle -5-. - Fold down lid above bolts on roof grab handle -4-. - Remove bolts -2-. - Unclip rear airbag label -9- (on B-pillar) and move it down. - Remove bolt from airbag label. - Remove upper A-pillar trim -1- below upper B-pillar trim and unclip three clips -3-. - Remove upper A-pillar trim -1- to the rear. ---------- Installing WARNING! Always follow installation sequence for A-pillar trim - Guide upper A-pillar trim -1- toward front between door rubber and side plate. - Guide trim retainer -10- into the proper clip. - Clip securely the upper A-pillar trim -1- using three clips -3-. - Slide up trim beneath B-pillar trim. - Ensure that the clip and metal hook of head-level airbag adapter engage securely. WARNING! Make sure trim has a proper fit. Key for diagram: 2 - Bolts (2x) - Tightening torque 4 Nm. Self-locking Always replace Always clean threaded holes for bolts (e.g. using a thread cutter) 3 - Clips (3x) 4 - Lid for roof grab handle 5 - Roof grab handle 6 - Mounts 7 - Groove 8 - Gasket after assembling trim, make sure seal is properly fitted 9 - Airbag label 10 - Retainer

06-21-2002, 10:50 AM	#3
bwilliams Junior Member Account #: 35769 Join Date: Apr 2002 Posts: 509	woofpup - dude, you rule! Thanx man! Now... ...where can I get my paws on a Bentley CD? __________________ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ March 2007 (54K) to present: 2000 Audi A4 2.8 Tiptronic quattro Brilliant Black exterior, Ecru leather interior Hardwired: Dice iPod integration kit, Sirius ST2 radio, and V1 radar detector ----- April 2002 to October 2005 (105K): 2002 Audi A4 3.0 Tiptronic quattro Canvas Beige metallic exterior, Beige leather interior Hardwired: V1 radar detector ------------------------------------------------------------------------

06-21-2002, 11:08 AM	#4
woofpup Senior Member Account #: 19819 Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 5,424	www.bimmerparts.com had it for $68 (on sale from $99).Ross-Tech sells it for $70 if you have vag-com

06-21-2002, 02:17 PM	#5
Dustin A4 Senior Member Account #: 27909 Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 7,444	Where is the AirBag? In the part that comes off or on the car frame?

06-21-2002, 10:47 PM	#6
woofpup Senior Member Account #: 19819 Join Date: May 2001 Posts: 5,424	Mounted to the car frame - it won't be affected by removal of the trim.

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