A-Pillar Trim Panel, Removing And Installing: Installing
WARNING:
- Follow all Safety Precautions when working with pyrotechnic components. Refer to SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
- Do not pinch the head curtain airbag when installing the upper A-pillar trim.
Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:
NOTE:
If the trim clamps remain in the body mounting points, remove them and insert them in the trim.
Check clamps for damage or deformation, replace if necessary.
-- Remove any locking compound residue inside the threaded hole for the upper A-pillar trim bolt using a thread tap.
NOTE:
If the threaded hole is not cleaned, the new bolt could seize up during installation and shear off when removed again.
-- Install the upper A-pillar trim -1- into the instrument panel mount -2- and the front sill panel trim direction of -arrow-.
-- Clip the upper A-pillar trim in and stretch the door seal lip over.