Removal and Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Mercury Mariner and 2006 Ford Escape. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the safety belt D-ring cover and remove the safety belt bolt. To install, tighten to 53 Nm (39 lb-ft).NOTE: Inspect the safety belt D-ring cover for damage. If the safety belt D-ring cover does not remain in place, install a new cover.
- Position the front and rear door weatherstrips aside.
- Remove the cover, bolt and the upper B-pillar trim panel.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
- Remove the 2 pin-type retainers and the front door scuff plate trim panel.
- Remove the pin-type retainer and the rear door scuff plate trim panel.
- Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.
- To install, reverse the removal procedure.