Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Lincoln MKX and 2010 Ford Edge. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Position the front seats in the full forward position.

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.

Remove the safety belt D-ring cover and remove the safety belt bolt.
- To install, tighten to 54 Nm (40 lb-ft).
  
  Fig 1: Locating Safety Belt Bolt
  Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the front door scuff plate trim panel. For additional information, refer to SCUFF PLATE TRIM PANEL - FRONT .
Remove the rear door scuff plate trim panel. For additional information, refer to SCUFF PLATE TRIM PANEL - REAR .
Remove the lower B-pillar trim panel by pulling straight out on the top of the lower B-pillar trim panel to release the 2 upper retainers. Slide the front and rear section of the lower B-pillar trim panel off of the retainers and lift the trim panel out of the vehicle.
Position the front and rear door weatherstrips aside.
Remove the upper B-pillar trim panel assist handle, if equipped.
- Remove the bolt covers.
- Remove the bolts.
  - To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
    
    Fig 2: Locating Upper B-Pillar Trim Panel Assist Handle And Handle Bolts
    Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the B-pillar trim panel.
- Remove the screw cover.
- Remove the screw.
  - To install, tighten to 9 Nm (80 lb-in).
To install, reverse the removal procedure.