C-Pillar Trim Panel: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Ford F-250 Super Duty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: LH Side Shown In Illustration, RH Side Similar.

NOTE: Removal Steps In This Procedure May Contain Installation Details.

NOTE: During Installation, Attach The Scuffplate Trim Panels At The Lower B-Pillar Trim Panel First.

Release The Clips And Remove The Rear Door Scuffplate Trim Panel.

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Position The Rear Door Weatherstrip Aside.

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Vehicles Without Inflatable Seatbelts
Remove The Bolt And The Position The Seatbelt Aside.
Torque: 30 Lb.Ft (40 Nm)

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Vehicles With Inflatable Seatbelts
Remove The Bolt Cover.

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Remove The Bolt And Separate The Seatbelt.
Torque: 44 Lb.In (5 Nm)

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All Vehicles
Remove The Retainer And The Outboard Cushion Side Shield.

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NOTE: If The Tether Clip Is Damaged During Removal, A New Clip Must Be Installed Prior To Installation Of The Trim Panel.

NOTE: During Installation, Install The Clip By The Scuffplate Trim Panel First And Work Upward On The Trim Panel To Connect The Other Clips.

Remove The C-Pillar Trim Panel.
1. Release The Clips.
2. Release The Tether Clip.

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