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C-Pillar Upper Trim Panel



C-Pillar Upper Trim Panel

Service Repair No - 76.13.35


Removal

1. Remove the parcel shelf.
2. Fold the rear seat fully forwards.
^ Release the rear seat backrest catch.

3. Release the rear door aperture weatherstrip.
4. Release the C-pillar upper trim panel.







5. Remove the C-pillar lower trim panel.
^ Remove the 2 screws.
^ Release from the clips.







6. Release the rear safety belt lower anchor.
^ Remove and discard the bolt.







7. Remove the C-pillar upper trim panel.
^ Reposition the rear safety belt through the C-pillar upper trim panel.

Installation

1. Install the C-pillar upper trim panel.
^ Reposition the rear safety belt through the C-pillar upper trim panel.

2. Secure the rear safety belt lower anchor.
^ Install the new bolt and tighten to 31 Nm (23 ft. lbs.).

3. Install the C-pillar lower trim panel.
^ Secure in the clips.
^ Install the 2 screws.

4. NOTE: Make sure the safety belt is operating correctly.

Secure the C-pillar upper trim panel.

5. Secure the rear door aperture weatherstrip.
6. Fold the rear seat fully rearwards.
^ Secure the rear seat backrest catch.

7. Install the parcel shelf.