A-Pillar Lower Trim

A-Pillar Lower Trim

• Removal and installation is described for the driver side of the vehicle. The procedure on the passenger side is the same.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Trim Removal Wedge (3409)

Removing






- Remove the instrument panel side cover. Refer to => [ Instrument Panel Side Cover ] Instrument Panel Side Cover.

- Remove the driver side instrument panel cover. Refer to => [ Driver Side Instrument Panel Cover ] Driver Side Instrument Panel Cover.

- Remove the cable operating lever. Refer to => [ Cable Operating Lever ] Cable Operating Lever.

- Remove lower A-pillar trim bolt - 1 -.

- Unclip lower A-pillar trim - 2 - from the side member - arrow - using the trim removal wedge (3409).

- Pull the lower A-pillar trim back and remove it from the upper A-pillar trim.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

• If the trim clamps remain in the body mounting points, remove them and insert them in the trim.

• Check clamps for damage or deformation, replace if necessary.

Driver Side:

- Slide the lower A-pillar trim into the upper A-pillar trim and into the footrest.

Passenger Side:

- Slide the lower A-pillar trim into the upper A-pillar trim and into the floor covering.

Procedure for Both Sides of Vehicle:

- Clip the lower A-pillar trim in on the side member and stretch the door seal lip over.

For the correct tightening specifications, refer to => [ A-Pillar Lower Trim Overview ] A-Pillar Lower Trim Overview.