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B-Pillar Trim Panel




B-Pillar Trim Panel

Removal and Installation

Upper

1. NOTE: Inspect the safety belt D-ring cover for damage. If the safety belt D-ring cover does not remain in place, install a new cover.
Remove the safety belt guide cover by squeezing the height adjuster buttons and pulling the cover out at the bottom.






2. Remove the safety belt bolt.
- To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).






3. Position the front and rear door opening weatherstrips aside.

4. NOTE: Lower the adjustable safety belt to access the B-pillar trim panel bolt.
Remove the cover, bolt and the upper B-pillar trim panel.

- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).






Lower

5. Remove the 2 pin-type retainers and the front door scuff plate trim panel.

6. Remove the 2 pin-type retainer and the rear door scuff plate trim panel.

7. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.

All vehicles

8. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the B-pillar trim panel, remove any retaining clips from the body and attach them to the B-pillar trim panel before installing.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.

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