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.
1. Remove the safety belt guide cover by squeezing the height adjuster buttons and pulling the cover out at the bottom.
Fig 1: Squeezing Safety Belt Guide Cover Height Adjuster Buttons
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2. Remove the safety belt bolt.
   • To install, tighten to 48 Nm (35 lb-ft).
Fig 2: Identifying Safety Belt Bolt
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3. Position the front and rear door 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: Identifying B-Pillar Trim Panel Bolt
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Lower 

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

All vehicles 

8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.