Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Pillar Areas
Center Pillar Upper/Lower Trim
SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures before doing repairs or service.
NOTE:
  • Put on gloves to protect your hands.
  • Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and the panels.
  • When removing components, use the trim tools or equivalent.
  1. Remove these items:
    • Front door sill trim
    • Rear door sill trim
    • Front door opening seal, as needed
    • Rear door opening seal, as needed
  1. Slide the front seat forward fully.
  1. Remove the center pillar lower trim (A).
    -1.
    While releasing the upper tabs (B), pull the upper portion of the trim back to detach the upper hooks (C).
    -2.
    Detach the lower clips by pulling the bottom of the trim back by hand.
  1. Driver's side: Unbuckle the front seat belt anchor connector.
  1. Passenger's side: Remove the front seat belt lower anchor from the body.