Repair Procedures: Replacement
CAUTION:
- Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
NOTE:
- When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
- When removing the interior trim pieces, use a plastic panel removal tool not to damage the surface.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- Remove the front pillar trim.
- To remove the front pillar trim, the fastener remover (A) below must be used.
- After slightly lifting up the front pillar trim and putting the tool in, remove the mounting clip (A) by pulling it.NOTE:
- Be sure to replace the existing clips with new ones when removing or replacing the front pillar trim.
- Loosen the screw, remove the cap, and replace the mounting clip (A).
- Remove the front pillar trim (A).
- To remove the front pillar trim, the fastener remover (A) below must be used.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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- Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
- Be sure to replace the existing clips with new ones when removing or replacing the front pillar trim.