B-Pillar Trim Panel Removal/Installation

B-PILLAR TRIM PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

Removal/Installation

Upper





1. Remove the safety belt D-ring guide cover by squeezing the height adjuster buttons and pulling the cover out at the bottom.


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.






2. Remove the safety belt bolt.

- To install, tighten to 48 Nm {4.8 kgf-m, 35 ft-lbf}.

3. Position the front and rear door weatherstrips aside.






4. Remove the cover, bolt and the upper B-pillar trim panel.

- To install, tighten to 7 Nm {0.7 kgf-m, 62 in-lbf}.


NOTE: Lower the adjustable safety belt to access the B-pillar trim panel bolt.

Lower

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

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

3. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.

All Vehicles

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.