2026-08-09

Trim - B-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Install)

Correction code 1518006021 1518006022 1518006031 1518006032 FRT 0.78 NOTE: Unless otherwise explicitly stated in the procedure, the correction code and its associated FRT reflect all of the work required to perform this procedure, including the linked procedures. Do not stack correction codes unless explicitly told to do so. NOTE: See Flat Rate Times to learn more about FRTs and how they are created. NOTE: See Personal Protection to make sure you are wearing proper PPE when performing the procedure below. NOTE: See Ergonomic Precautions for safe and healthy working practices.

Warning
This procedure is a DRAFT. Although it has been validated, Warnings and Cautions might be missing. Follow safety requirements and use extreme caution when working on or near High Voltage systems and components.

Remove

  1. Open all the doors and lower all the windows.
  2. Remove the front header trim. See Trim - Header - Front (Remove and Install).
  3. Partially release the LH side lower A-pillar primary seal.
  4. Remove the LH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Install).
  5. Remove the LH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Install).
  6. Remove the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
  7. Move the LH front seat fully forward.
  8. Remove the rear header trim. See Trim - Header - Rear (Remove and Install).
  9. Remove the LH cantrail trim. See Trim - Cantrail - LH (Remove and Install).
  10. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the up position.
  11. Partially release the LH rear primary door seal.
  12. Remove the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
    Note
    Leave the trim attached to the seatbelt.
  13. Remove the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
  14. Use a flathead screwdriver to rotate the lock mechanism on the front seat belt linkage counterclockwise to release it from the pretensioner, and then slide the linkage off the pretensioner and set it aside.
    CAUTION
    DO NOT rotate clockwise to avoid damage to the mechanism.
    Note
    The linkage design may vary, but will function the same.
    Note
    The lock screw will remain in the horizontal position when released.
    Note
    A light audible click will be heard when the linkage is released.
  15. Recline the LH front seat backrest to the down position.
  16. Release the clip that attaches the LH curtain airbag to the upper B-pillar.
  17. Remove the bolts (x2) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  18. Remove the screw that attaches the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
  19. Release the clips (x3) and datums (x2) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar, and then maneuver the trim under the curtain airbag to release it.
  20. Release the tabs (x4) that attach the seatbelt bezel to the LH upper B-pillar trim, and then release the seatbelt and seatbelt bezel from the trim.

Install

  1. Position the seatbelt bezel and seatbelt into the LH upper B-pillar trim, and then secure the tabs (x4) that attach the seatbelt bezel to the trim.
    Note
    Slide the seat belt between the opening in bezel.
    Note
    Avoid twisting the seatbelt during installation.
  2. Position the LH upper B-pillar trim under the curtain airbag and onto the B-pillar, and then secure the clips (x3) and datums (x2) that attach the trim to the B-pillar.
    Note
    Shift the seatbelt forward to avoid pinching under substrate clips.
  3. Install the screw that attaches the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
    1 Nm (.7 lbs-ft)
  4. Install the bolts (x2) that attach the LH upper B-pillar trim to the B-pillar.
    3 Nm (2.2 lbs-ft)
    Tip
    Use of the following tool(s) is recommended:
    • 10 mm socket
  5. Secure the clip that attaches the LH curtain airbag to the upper B-pillar.
  6. Restore the LH front seat back to its original position.
  7. Install the front seat belt linkage to the pretensioner:
    1. Make sure the lock screw is in the horizontal position. If the lock screw is not in the horizontal position, follow the release instructions to unlock it.
    2. Verify there are no twists in the seat belt from the upper B-pillar trim to the pretensioner.
    3. Install the linkage onto the pretensioner cable.
      Note
      An audible click will be heard.
      Note
      The lock screw will rotate back to the locked position.
    4. Perform a firm pull test on the seat belt with at least 15 pounds of force.
  8. Install the LH lower B-pillar trim. See Trim - B-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
  9. Install the LH lower C-pillar trim. See Trim - C-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
  10. Fold the LH 2nd row seat to the down position.
  11. Install the LH cantrail trim. See Trim - Cantrail - LH (Remove and Install).
  12. Install the LH rear primary door seal.
  13. Install the rear header trim. See Trim - Header - Rear (Remove and Install).
  14. Install the LH lower A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Lower - LH (Remove and Install).
  15. Install the LH upper A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Upper - LH (Remove and Install).
  16. Install the LH mid A-pillar trim. See Trim - A-Pillar - Mid - LH (Remove and Install).
  17. Install the LH side lower A-pillar primary seal.
  18. Install the front header trim. See Trim - Header - Front (Remove and Install).
  19. Raise all the windows and close all the doors.