Lower B-pillar trim, removing and installing

NOTE: The following list refers to Fig 1.

Lower B-pillar trim
- Removing:
  - Unclip front sill molding. See SILL MOLDING INTERIOR, REMOVING AND INSTALLING .
  - Unclip lower C-pillar in transition to B-pillar trim.
  - Remove Phillips-head screws -3-
  - Remove expanding rivet -4-.
  - Lift trim slightly, disconnect harness connectors.
  - Remove trim toward bottom.
- Installing:
  - Secure trim at B-pillar using securing pins -2-.
  - Press in expanding rivet -4-.
  - Install Phillips-head screws -3-
Securing pins
- 3x
Phillips-head screw - 3 Nm
- 2x
Expanding rivet
- 2x

Fig 1: Identifying Lower B-Pillar Trim Components (With Roof Mounted Rearview Mirror, M.Y. 2000 And Up)

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