Center Pillar Trim Replacement

CAUTION:

Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Use a plastic panel removal tool to remove interior trim pieces to without marring the surface.
Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.

Remove the following items:
- Front door scuff trim
- Rear door scuff trim
Disconnect the battery negative cable, and wait for at least three minutes before beginning work.
The seat belt anchor pretensioner (A) can be removed after pushing the lock pin (B) as arrow direction.

Fig 1: Pushing Lock Pin
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Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center pillar lower trim (A).

Fig 2: Locating Center Pillar Lower Trim
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Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center pillar upper trim (A).

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