B-Pillar Upper Trim Removal/Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2017 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the following parts:
- Front scuff plate (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Rear scuff plate (See REAR SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- B-pillar lower trim (See B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Adjuster anchor cover (See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Upper anchor installation bolts on the front seat belt (See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
- Partially peel back the seaming welt.
- Grasp the shaded area shown in the figure, and pull the B-pillar upper trim in the direction of the arrow (1) while detaching the clips, pin A and pin B.CAUTION:
- If the clips, pin A and pin B are removed forcefully, the guide may be damaged. Carefully remove the clips, pin A and pin B so as not to damage the guide.
- Remove the B-pillar upper trim in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure while detaching the guide.
- Install in the reverse order of removal.