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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the garnish molding screws.
  2. Remove the front passenger's seat belt upper retainer. Refer to SEAT BELT SYSTEM in Seat Belts.
  3. Remove the bolts that retain the assist handle to the pillar.
    Fig 1: Removing Assist Handle
    G01567249Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Pull back on the garnish molding to release the fasteners.
  5. Remove the garnish molding
  6. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear side door stepwell lamp.
    Fig 2: Removing Garnish Molding - RF Lock Pillar
    G01567250Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.