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B-Pillar Lower Trim Removal/Installation

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WARNING:
  • Handling the side air bag sensor improperly can accidentally deploy the side air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS before working around the B-pillar areas. See AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .
NOTE:
  • The side air bag sensor is located in the B-pillar.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Remove the front scuff plate.
  3. Remove the rear scuff plate. See REAR SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  .
  4. Bend section A-A to remove one side of the B-pillar lower trim.
  5. Pull the B-pillar lower trim to disengage pin B from the body.
    Fig 1: Removing/Installing B-Pillar Lower Trim
    G01135834Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install in the reverse order of removal.