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Removal Procedure

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Tools Required 

J 38778  Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

  1. Remove the rear split folding seat back. Refer to SEAT BACK REPLACEMENT - REAR SPLIT FOLDING in Seats.
  2. Remove the coat hook. Refer to COAT HOOK REPLACEMENT  .
  3. Remove the front seat belt anchor bolt, and shoulder guide bolt. Refer to SEAT BELT RETRACTOR REPLACEMENT - FRONT (SEDAN) or SEAT BELT RETRACTOR REPLACEMENT - FRONT (COUPE) in Seat Belts.
  4. Use a J 38778  to remove the pushin retainer (5) from the quarter panel extension (4).
    Fig 1: Removing Pushin Retainer From Quarter Panel Extension
    G01559953Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the quarter trim panel extension (4).
  6. With a flat-bladed tool remove the seat belt escutcheon (6) form the trim panel (3).
  7. Pull out the top of the quarter trim panel (3).
  8. Pull the trim panel (3) firmly and evenly to disengage the retainers from the inner quarter panel (1).
  9. Route the seat belt (7) through the opening in the trim panel (3).
  10. Remove the trim panel (3) from the vehicle.
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