B-Pillar Trim Panel

B-Pillar Trim Panel

Removal and Installation

Upper

1. NOTE: Inspect the safety belt D-ring cover for damage. If the safety belt D-ring cover does not remain in place, install a new cover.

Remove the safety belt guide cover by squeezing the height adjuster buttons and pulling the cover out at the bottom.





2. Remove the safety belt bolt.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).





3. Position the front and rear door opening weatherstrips aside.

4. NOTE: Lower the adjustable safety belt to access the B-pillar trim panel bolt.

Remove the cover, bolt and the upper B-pillar trim panel.

- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).





Lower

5. Remove the 2 pin-type retainers and the front door scuff plate trim panel.

6. Remove the 2 pin-type retainer and the rear door scuff plate trim panel.

7. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.

All vehicles

8. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the B-pillar trim panel, remove any retaining clips from the body and attach them to the B-pillar trim panel before installing.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.