Remove rear side trim panel
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Preliminary work
- Refer to REMOVING REAR SEAT BENCH .
- Refer to REMOVING ARMREST SIDE SECTION .
- Refer to REMOVING C-PILLAR TRIM PANEL .
- Refer to REMOVING THE INNER DOOR SILL COVER STRIP .
- Unclip cover cap (1).
- Loosen screw (2).
- Pull out sleeve (1) from cover (2) of strap fitting (3).
- Unclip cover (2) of strap fitting (3) from strap fitting (3).
- Unclip the rear side trim panel (1) from clamps (2) using a suitable tool.
- Unclip the rear side trim panel (1) from clips (3) using a suitable tool.
- Release the rear side trim panel (1) from clamps (4) and guide it out from the edge protection.
- Unlock and disconnect all the plug connections on the rear side trim panel (1) of the wiring harness.
- Guide out upper seat belt (5).