Removing left and right bottom C-pillar trim panel (3rd row of seats)

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NOTE: Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.

Removing the right rear strap fitting on the body at bottom (3rd row of seats)

Prerequisite

Move the 2nd row of seats all the way to the front.

Unclip the rubber cover (1).

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Loosen screw (1).

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Unclip the bottom C-pillar trim panel (2) at the clips (1).
Remove the C-pillar trim panel (2).

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