Removal & Installation - Coupe
- Before proceeding, see AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS . Disable air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
- Remove A-pillar trim. Remove sun visors. On models equipped with sunroof, remove bezel from dome light and sunroof console by carefully prying at outside edge to release bezel snaps.
- Remove striker plate covers. Remove driver-side coat hooks. Disengage Center High-Mount Stop Light (CHMSL) cover by pulling downward to release clips. Disconnect CHMSL electrical connector.
- Unsnap upper seat belt bolt covers from B-pillars. Remove Torx bolt attaching belt to B-pillar. Remove quarter window trim. Disconnect rear window defogger electrical connector and dome light electrical connector.
- Lower front seats to full back position. Carefully disengage Velcro® attaching strips and lower head liner. Ensure seat belt webbing does not damage headliner. Remove headliner through left side of vehicle.
- To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Activate air bag system. See DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . Check system for proper operation. See SYSTEM OPERATION CHECK .