Removal and Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Ford F-150. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Both sides

Pull upward to release the scuff plate clips and remove the front door scuff plate.
- Detach the scuff plate from the weatherstrip.
  
  Fig 1: Locating Scuff Plate Clips
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LH side
Remove the cowl trim panel.
RH side
Remove the fuse panel access door.

Fig 2: Locating Fuse Panel Access Door
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Remove the pin-type retainer from the cowl trim panel.

Fig 3: Locating Pin-Type Retainer
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Both sides
Remove the cowl trim panel.
NOTE: Make sure the cowl side trim panel J-hook is correctly installed.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.