Install the bottom C-pillar trim panel
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NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
- Feed in C-pillar trim panel (2) in the door sill cover strip and position correctly.
- Clip in C-pillar trim panel (2) at the clips (3).
- Put a drop of screw locking agent on the thread of the nut before screwing.
ADHESIVE SPECIFICATIONS
| Screw lock Loctite Stick 243, medium strength | 10 ml, Bottle | 83192210339 |
- Tighten nut (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| C-pillar trim panel to body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Nut M6 | tightening torque | 5.0 Nm |
Follow-up work
- Refer to INSTALLING BACKREST SIDE SECTION .
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
- Feed in C-pillar trim panel (2) in the door sill cover strip and position correctly.
- Clip in C-pillar trim panel (2) at the clips (3).
- Tighten down screw (1).
TIGHTENING TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
| C-pillar trim panel at the bottom of the body | ||
|---|---|---|
| Screw 4.8x16 | Tightening torque | 1.4 Nm |