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B-Pillar Trim

PANEL-B PILLAR TRIM

REMOVAL




1. Using a small flat bladed tool or equivalent open the trim plugs (1) in the grab handle and remove the bolts (2).




2. Remove the shoulder belt anchor bolt (3) and separate the upper trim panel (2) at the bottom and off the hook (1) at the top.




3. Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, remove the door sill scuff plates.
4. Remove the bolts and remove the lower B-pillar trim.

INSTALLATION




1. Position the shoulder belt through the upper slot in the trim.
2. Install the trim panel and install the bolts.
3. Position the door sill scuff plates and seat the clips fully.




4. Position the upper trim panel tab (1) into the B-pillar and seat the lower side of the trim fully.
5. Install the shoulder belt anchor bolt (3) and tighten to 39 N.m (29 ft.lbs.).




6. Engage the tab (2) on the lower edge of the trim cover (3) in the slot below the screw in the turning loop (1). Then press the upper edge of the trim cover over the top of the turning loop until it snaps into place.




7. Install the grab handle bolts (2) and tighten to 6 N.m (55 in.lbs.).