C-Pillar Trim Panel

Removal and Installation

LH side

1. If equipped with a power point on the LH quarter trim panel, disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT.

Both sides

NOTE: Inspect the safety belt D-ring cover for damage. If the safety belt D-ring cover does not remain in place, install a new cover.




2. Remove the safety belt D-ring cover.




3. Remove the safety belt D-ring bolt.




4. Remove the pin-type retainers and the litigate scuff plate trim panel.
5. Position the liftgate weatherstrip aside.




6. If equipped, remove the cargo net hold-down.




7. Remove the rear quarter trim panel.
1. Insert a tape-wrapped screwdriver between the D-pillar trim panel and rear quarter trim panel.
2. Push the screwdriver in the direction of the arrow and remove the rear quarter trim panel.




8. Disconnect the accessory socket connector. (Left side)




9. Remove the C-pillar trim panel.
10. To install, reverse the removal procedure.