Rocker Panel Molding Replacement (Convertible)

Fig 1: Rocker Panel Molding (Convertible)

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Open the door on the side the lower rocker molding is being serviced. Remove the rear wheel and tire assembly on the side the rocker molding is being serviced. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (Without RT2)Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation (With RT2) .
1	Front Wheelhouse Panel Liner Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (27 lb in)
2	Rear Wheelhouse Panel Liner Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (27 lb in)
3	Lower Rocker Molding W-Clip (Qty: 6) Procedure Use a trim-type release tool in order to disengage the w-clips from the lower body panel.
4	Front Fender Upper Flange W-Clip (Qty: 2)
5	Rear Bodyside Panel W-Clip (Qty: 3)
6	Door Opening Sill Panel W-Clip (Qty: 7)
7	Rocker Panel Molding Procedure Transfer the front side door lower auxiliary weatherstrip to the New rocker molding. Install New w-clips if any are damaged or broken after the rocker molding has been removed. NOTE: A small trim type release tool is necessary for removal of the weatherstrip retainers.