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Removing the Door Pillar of the BMW 3 Series

Model: BMW Serie 3 E46 - Years 1998-2006

Discover how to remove the front door pillar of the BMW 3 Series with this simple guide, following these easy steps. First, open the front door and start by prying on the sides of the pillar using a very thin plastic trim tool; then remove the window seal as shown in the video. At this point, unscrew the screws located under the seal to detach and completely remove the outer pillar; now you can reassemble everything by applying the reverse procedure of disassembly!

Updated on 8 May 2026 by ScegliAuto

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