B-Pillar Trim Panel

B-Pillar Trim Panel

Removal and Installation

1. Position the front seats in the full forward position.

2. 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 D-ring cover and remove the D-ring bolt.

- To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).


3. Position the front and rear door weatherstrips aside.

4. Remove the front door scuff plate trim panel. For additional information, refer to Scuff Plate Trim Panel- Front .

5. Remove the rear door scuff plate trim panel. For additional information, refer to Scuff Plate Trim Panel- Rear .

6. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.
- Lift the lower area of the lower B-pillar trim panel and pull inward toward the center of the vehicle.

- Slide the lower B-pillar trim panel down to disengage it from the upper B-pillar trim panel.


7. Remove the upper B-pillar trim panel.
- Remove the screw cover.

- Remove the screw.

- Remove the push-pin with the B-pillar trim panel.






8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.