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A-Pillar Trim Panel - Installation






INSTALLATION

CAUTION: If the high-retention snap clip (3) is removed from the sheet metal, it will be damaged and must be replaced with a new tether and snap clip unit. Also, if the rosebud on the plastic tether is damaged due to misalignment and does not engage, it must be replaced with a new plastic tether.





1. Place A-pillar trim (1) into position.
2. Carefully push the bottom end of the trim onto the A-pillar to engage the spring clip retainer.





3. Carefully slide the tether (2) into the housing on the A-pillar trim panel and engage the tether clip (1).
4. Carefully engage the rosebud retainer (6) and push the upper end of the trim to the A-pillar and engage the spring clip retainer.