C-Pillar Trim Panel Removal/Installation

C-PILLAR TRIM PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION





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. Remove the quarter trim panel. See Quarter Trim Panel Removal/Installation.

4. Position the rear door weatherstrip aside.






5. Remove the cover, the bolt and the C-pillar trim panel.

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

6. To install, reverse the removal procedure.