Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area
Special Tools Required: KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014
NOTE:
- Put on gloves to protect your hands.
- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.
- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
- To remove the rear side trim panel, remove these items:
- Rear seat cushion and rear seat-back (see REAR SEAT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
- Cargo floor mat and cargo area floor (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - CARGO FLOOR AREA )
- Rear trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - CARGO FLOOR AREA )
- Remove the trim as shown. On the right side, disconnect the cargo compartment light connector.
- Install the parts in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Replace any damaged clips, and push the clips into place securely.
- Make sure the cargo compartment light connector is plugged in properly.
- If the threads on the rear side trim panel mounting self-tapping ET screws are worn out, use an oversized self-tapping ET screw (P/N 90137-S1A-E01) made specifically for this application.
- When installing the rear side shelf, slip the rear seat belt through the slit in the trim.
- Apply liquid thread lock to the anchor bolts before reinstallation.
- Before installing the anchor bolts, make sure there are no twists or kinks in the seat belt.