Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area

Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area

Special Tools Required

- KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*

Rear Side Trim Panel

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.

- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim or the panels.

1. Remove these items:
- Door sill trim Service and Repair

- Rear seat Rear Seat Disassembly/Reassembly

- Hatch weatherstrip, as needed Hatch Weatherstrip Replacement

- Cargo area floor lid Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Cargo Area

2. Remove the lower anchor bolt (A) and the tie down hooks (B).






3. Remove the rear side trim panel (A).
-1 Remove the screws (B, C) and release the clips (D).
-2 Remove the seat belt lid (E) from the rear side trim panel.
-3 Pull the upper edge of the panel back to release the upper hooks (F) from the C-pillar trim (G).
-4 Detach the clips (H, I) and pull the panel back to remove it.
-5 Passenger's side: Disconnect the accessory power socket connector (J).

4. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

- Make sure the panel does not pinch the seat belt.

- Push the clips and the hooks into place securely.

- Before installing the anchor bolt, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt.

- Make sure the each connector is plugged in properly.