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Kicking Plate Inner





BODY SIDE TRIM


KICKING PLATE INNER : Removal and Installation


CAUTION:
- When removing, always use a remover tool that is made of plastic.
- Never damage the body.

REMOVAL

Front kicking plate inner





Disengage front kicking plate inner fixing pawls and metal clips using a remover tool (A) as shown by the arrow in the figure, and then remove front kicking plate inner.

CAUTION:
Apply protective tape (B) to the body panel to protect from damage.

Triangle: Pawl
Square : Metal clip

Rear kicking plate inner
1. Disengage rear kicking plate inner fixing pawls using a remover tool (A) as shown by the arrow in the figure, and then remove rear kicking plate inner (1).

CAUTION:
Apply protective tape (B) to the body panel to protect from damage.










2. Remove rear side bracket.

INSTALLATION
Note the following items, and install in the reverse order of removal.

CAUTION:
- Visually check the pawls and metal clips for deformation and damage during installation. Replace with new ones if necessary.
- When installing front kicking plate inner and rear kicking plate inner, check that pawls and metal clips are securely fitted in body panel holes, and press them in.