A-Pillar Trim Panel

A-Pillar Trim Panel



This is a "Trustmark Authoring Standards (TAS) Repair Procedure"
- TAS style procedures can be identified by steps that have no accompanying step text and the magenta color of the electrical connectors and fasteners such as nuts, bolts, clamps or clips.
- TAS removal and installation procedures use a sequence of color illustrations to indicate the order to be followed when removing/disassembling or installing/assembling a component.
- Many of the TAS procedures will have the installation information within the removal steps.
- The TAS color illustrations use a variety of symbols to indicate important details of the procedures. It is important to understand these symbols in order to properly used the TAS procedures.
Refer to How to Use TAS Procedures and TAS Symbol Glossary at Vehicle | Description and Operation for additional information on these TAS procedures.
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Removal

1. NOTE: Left-hand shown, right-hand similar.

Detach the door aperture weatherstrip.







2. NOTE:
- Cut the C-pillar trim panel retaining strap.
- Left-hand shown, right-hand similar.

Detach the A-pillar trim panel.







3. Remove the A-pillar trim panel.
- Disconnect the occupancy position sensor electrical connector.







Installation

1. WARNING: The retaining strap is a safety critical item and must be replaced to prevent the trim detaching in the event of the side curtain airbag deployment.

NOTE: When installing the new retaining strap and rivet make sure the old clip has been removed from the body before pressing the trim into place.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.