Installing A-Pillar Trim Panel

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Fig 1: Identifying A-Pillar Trim Panel

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Check fastening clips -8- for deformation; replace if necessary.

Fig 2: Identifying Fastening Clips
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Insert retaining catches -3- on the A-pillar trim -1- into the fastening clips -2- and the instrument panel guide slot.

Fig 3: Inserting Retaining Catches On A-Pillar Trim (1 Of 2)
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Fig 4: Inserting Retaining Catches On A-Pillar Trim (2 Of 2)
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Insert the retaining catch -4- into A-pillar side trim at the bottom.

Fig 5: Inserting Retaining Catch Into A-Pillar Side Trim
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Clip A-pillar trim -1- into A-pillar from bottom to top. Make sure that the fastening bolt reaches into the fastening bore.

Fig 6: Clipping A-Pillar Trim Into A-Pillar From Bottom To Top
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Screw in fastening screw -6- and tighten to the specified tightening torque. → Tightening torque: 3 ft lbs.+0.25 ft lbs.

Fig 7: Tightening Fastening Screw
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Clip cap -7- into A-pillar trim recess.

Fig 8: Clipping Cap Into A-Pillar Trim Recess
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