Removal Procedure

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Important: When any molding is removed, all retaining clips must be replaced if the molding is to be reused.

Remove all retaining screws.
Grasp the lower part of the molding.
Pull outward in order to release the clips from the body panel.

Fig 1: Removing Rear Body Side Lower Front Molding (Avalanche)

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