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Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement




Windshield Side Reveal Molding Replacement

Removal Procedure




1. Open the front door.
2. Remove the push-pin retainers (2) from the front door sealing auxiliary weatherstrip located at the base of the pillar.




3. Pull back the front door sealing weatherstrip (1) in order to expose the side reveal molding retainer screws (2).




4. Remove the screws from the side reveal molding.
5. Remove the windshield side reveal molding.

Installation Procedure

1. Install the windshield side reveal molding under the outer edges of the air inlet grille panel.




2. Position the windshield side reveal molding (2) to the windshield pillar.





Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

3. Install the screws to the side reveal molding and tighten to2 Nm (18 in. lbs.).
4. Reposition the front door weatherstrip to the pinch-weld flange.




5. Install the push-pin retainers (2) to the front door sealing weatherstrip located at the base of the pillar.
6. Close the door.