Lower Inner Trim: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Subaru Forester. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the hook, and remove the inside scuff plate.
CAUTION: Do not pull with excessive force. There is the possibility of the scuff plate being damaged.

Fig 1: Inside Scuff Plate And Hooks
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Remove the door molding (A), and remove the outside scuff plate.

Fig 2: Door Molding And Outside Scuff Plate
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Remove clip (A), and remove the front pillar lower trim.

Fig 3: Front Pillar Lower Trim And Clip
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Remove the rear seat cushion. < Ref. to REMOVAL , Rear Seat. >
Remove clip (A), and remove the inside scuff plate.
CAUTION: Do not pull with excessive force. There is the possibility of the scuff plate being damaged.

Fig 4: Inside Scuff Plate And Clips
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NOTE:
- To facilitate the work, remove the weather strip and access the scuff plate tabs from behind the floor mat.
- To release the tabs on the front edge of the scuff plate easily, use a clip remover.
  
  Fig 5: Releasing Tabs On Front Edge Of Scuff Plate Using Clip Remover
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Remove door molding (A) and door catcher cover (B), then remove the outside scuff plate.

Fig 6: Door Molding And Door Catcher Cover
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Spread the lower trim tab outward to disengage and pull the upper trim to remove.

Fig 7: Spreading Lower Trim Tab Outward To Disengage
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Remove the clips of the center pillar lower trim.

Fig 8: Center Pillar Lower Trim Clips
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