Removal and Installation

Upper 

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.
Fig 1: Identifying D-Ring Cover
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1. Remove the safety belt guide cover by squeezing the height adjuster buttons and pulling the cover out at the bottom.
2. Remove the safety belt bolt.
   • To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
     Fig 2: Locating Safety Belt Bolt

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3. Position the front and rear door opening weatherstrips aside.
NOTE: Lower the adjustable safety belt to access the B-pillar trim panel bolt.
4. Remove the cover, bolt and the upper B-pillar trim panel.
   • To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).
     Fig 3: Locating Cover And Upper B-Pillar Trim Panel

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   Lower 

5. Remove the 2 pin-type retainers and the front door scuff plate trim panel.
6. Remove the 2 pin-type retainer and the rear door scuff plate trim panel.
7. Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel.

   All vehicles 

NOTE: To avoid damage to the B-pillar trim panel, remove any retaining clips from the body and attach them to the B-pillar trim panel before installing.
8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.