Removing the outer A-pillar trim panel
Precondition
- Front door is open.
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components.
Scratches, surface damage.
Careless handling of tools and sharp-edged components.
Scratches, surface damage.
- Protect working area.
- Handle tools and components carefully.
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Preliminary work
- Refer to REMOVING THE OUTER B-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
- Refer to REMOVING THE DECORATIVE TRIM .
- Refer to REMOVING THE TRIM STRIP ON THE FRONT SIDE PANEL .
- Remove cover (1) and release the screw (2) under it.
- Release and remove A-pillar trim panel (3) from clips (4) .