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Installation Procedure

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  1. Install the rear audio controls to the trim panel, if equipped. Refer to AUDIO CONTROL REPLACEMENT - REAR SEAT in Entertainment.
  2. Connect the electrical connector to the rear audio controls.
  3. Install the body side front upper trim panel to the vehicle:
    1. 3.1. Align the retaining clips with the holes in the body.
    2. 3.2. Press the panel in order to seat the fasteners into place.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in GM VEHICLES CAUTIONS & NOTICES.
  4. Install the retaining screw to the B pillar.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the retaining screw to the B pillar to 2 N.m (18 in. lb.).

  5. Install the intermediate swing-out window latch. Refer to WINDOW REPLACEMENT - SWING OUT in Stationary Windows.
  6. Install the body side front lower trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Body Side Front Lower  .
    Fig 1: Installing Upper Body Side Front Trim Panel
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