Center Pillar Trim Replacement

NOTE:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
When prying with a flat-tip screwdriver, wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the front door scuff trim and rear door scuff trim.
The seat belt anchor pretensioner (A) be removed after pushing the lock pin (B) as arrow direction.

Fig 1: Locating Seat Belt Anchor Pretensioner And Lock Pin
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Remove the center pillar lower trim (A).

Fig 2: Locating Center Pillar Lower Trim
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After loosening the mounting bolts, then remove the center pillar upper trim (A).

Fig 3: Locating Center Pillar Upper Trim With Mounting Bolts
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Installation is the reverse of removal.
NOTE:
- Replace any damaged clips.