Removal and Installation

Remove the driver and front passenger seats. For additional information, refer to DRIVER SEAT and PASSENGER SEAT .
Remove the utility compartment.
1. Remove the four plastic fasteners.
2. Remove the utility compartment.
3. Disconnect the electrical connection.
  
  Fig 1: Removing/Installing Front Door Scuff Plates
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Remove LH and RH front door scuff plates.

Fig 2: Removing/Installing Lower A-Pillar Panels
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Remove LH and RH lower A-pillar panels.

Fig 3: Removing/Installing LH Foot Rest
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Remove the LH foot rest.
Pull back the carpet to gain access to the rear floor vent.

Fig 4: Removing/Installing Wire Harness Pin-Type Retainer
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Remove the wire harness pin-type retainer.
Remove the floor duct pin-type retainers and remove the duct.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.