A Pillar Trim
CAUTION:
- Before handling the airbag system components, refer to "CAUTION" of "General Description" in "AIRBAG SYSTEM". Ref. to AIRBAG SYSTEM>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION
- When reusing the tether clip of the trim panel assembly A pillar, check that there is no damage to the tether clip. If the tether clip is damaged, always replace it with a new tether clip. If the tether clip is damaged, its holding force is reduced and the trim panel assembly A pillar may come off.
- Do not reuse the tether clip of the trim panel assembly A pillar when it is removed from the vehicle. Always replace with a new part.
- Before installing the trim panel assembly A pillar, check the condition of curtain airbag. If it is damaged, replace the curtain airbag module assembly with a new part.
- Disconnect the ground terminal from the battery sensor, and wait for at least 60 seconds before starting work. Ref. to REPAIR CONTENTS>NOTE>BATTERY
- Remove the weather strip body side flange front. Ref. to EXTERIOR BODY PANELS>WEATHER STRIP>REPLACEMENT
- Remove the trim panel assembly A pillar.
- Pull the trim panel assembly A pillar towards the center of the vehicle to release the clips.
- Rotate the trim panel assembly A pillar in the arrow direction.
- Release the hook at the end of the tether clip, and remove the trim panel assembly A pillar.CAUTION:
- Do not use any tool when releasing the hook at the end of the trim panel assembly A pillar.
- Be careful not to damage the trim panel assembly A pillar surface and curtain airbag module.