Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the sill plate. Refer to DOOR SILL PLATE REPLACEMENT .
Pull the lock pillar trim panel with retainers from the lock pillar and the side rail.

Fig 1: Removing Lock Pillar Trim Panel With Retainers From Lock Pillar Side Rail
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Slide the lock pillar trim out from under the rear compartment side trim panel.
Separate the trim panel from the seat belt.
Remove the lock pillar trim.

Fig 2: Lock Pillar Trim
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