B-Pillar Lower Trim Removal/Installation

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Remove the front scuff plate. (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Remove the rear scuff plate. (See REAR SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Partially peel back the seaming welt.
Grasp the shaded areas shown in the figure, and pull the B-pillar lower trim in the direction of the arrow in the order of (1), (2) while detaching the hooks and pins A.

Fig 1: Detaching Hooks And Pins A
Courtesy of MAZDA MOTORS CORP.
Grasp the shaded area shown in the figure, and pull the B-pillar lower trim in the direction of the arrow (3) while detaching the clips and pins B.
Install in the reverse order of removal.