Front Door Weatherstrip: Service and Repair

Front and Center Pillar Retainer/Upper Weatherstrip/Center Pillar Panel

Replacement

Disassemble in numbered sequence.

CAUTION: Wear gloves to remove and install the retainer.






NOTE:
- Check the upper weatherstrip for damage and deterioration, and replace it if necessary
- Take care not to bend the front and center pillar retainer.
- After installing the upper weatherstrip, check for water leaks.
- If necessary: Adjust the position of the door glass.
- If necessary: Replace any damaged clips.

Center pillar panel removal:

1. Open the door and remove the center pillar trim panel.
2. Remove the mounting nuts from the hole in the body panel and pull the center pillar panel out by hand.

NOTE: Do not drop the mounting nuts inside the body panel.