Repair Procedures: Replacement

CAUTION:

NOTE:

When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape, and apply protective tape around the related parts, to prevent damage.
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces to protect from marring the surface.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the front pillar trim.
1. To remove the front pillar trim, the below tool (A) must be used.
  
  Fig 1: Tool
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2. Slightly spread open the front pillar trim and then place the tool (A) on the mounting clip (B) as shown in illustration.
  After placing the tool (A) on the mounting clip (B) push it to the front.
  NOTE:
  - Once the front pillar trim has been removed, replace the clips to new ones.
  Fig 2: Mounting Clip & Tool
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3. Remove the front pillar trim (A).
  
  Fig 3: Front Pillar Trim & Clip Location
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  A. Front Pillar Trim Mounting Method
  
  Fig 4: Pillar Trim Mounting Method
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  NOTE:
  - Remove the mounting clip (A) by turning it clockwise.
  Fig 5: Removing Mounting Clip By Turning It Clockwise
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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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- Replace any damaged clips.