Trim Panel Replacement - Lower Center Pillar

Trim Panel Replacement - Lower Center Pillar

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover


Removal Procedure

1. Remove the front carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front (Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front) .
2. Pull the door weatherstrip from the pinchweld flange as required.




3. Remove the screws holding the carper retaining leg of the panel.
Remove the lower trim panel from the center pillar using J 38778 .
4. Remove the seat belt from the slot in the lower trim panel.
5. Remove the lower trim panel from the vehicle.



Installation Procedure





1. Install the seat belt to the slot in the lower trim panel.
2. Align the lower trim panel to the center pillar.
3. Press firmly on the lower trim panel until fully seated.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

4. Install the screws to the carpet retaining leg of the panel.

Tighten the carpet retainer screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

5. Install the door weatherstrip to the pinchweld flange.
6. Install the front carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front (Carpet Retainer Replacement - Front) .