Repair Procedures: Replacement

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Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces without marring the surface.
Be careful not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the front door scuff trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim - "DOOR SCUFF TRIM ")
Remove the hood latch release handle (A).

Fig 1: Locating Hood Latch Release Handle
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Carefully remove the front door body side weatherstrip.
Using a remover, remove the cowl side trim (A).

Fig 2: Removing Cowl Side Trim
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Install in the reverse order of removal.

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Replace any damaged clips.