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Carrier - Seal - Front - B-Pillar - LH - Remove And Replace: Remove

  1. Open the LH doors and lower the LH windows.
  2. Remove the LH B-pillar applique. See Applique - B-Pillar - LH (Remove and Replace) .
  3. Remove the clips (x2) that attach the LH front body side primary seal to the B-Pillar panel.
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  4. Release the LH front body side primary seal from the bright molding.
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  5. Release the rear portion of the LH front body side primary seal from the front upper body side B-pillar carrier.
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  6. Drill out the rivets (x2) that secure the LH front upper body side B-Pillar carrier, and then remove the rivets from vehicle. Use a punch to remove the remaining portion of the rivets.

    Tip: Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:

    • 4.5 mm drill bit
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  7. Remove any remaining debris from the B-pillar, and then use an IPA wipe to clean the body.
    NOTE: Allow 1 minute for dry time.
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