C-Pillar Lower Trim Panel

C-Pillar Lower Trim Panel

Removal
1. Remove the rear seat back rest.
2. Locally detach the door aperture weatherstrip.

3. NOTE: Right-hand shown, left-hand similar.

Detach the upper C-pillar trim panel.







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

Reposition the upper C-pillar trim panel.
- Cut the upper C-pillar trim panel retaining strap.







5. NOTE: Right-hand shown, left-hand similar.

Remove the lower C-pillar trim panel.







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.