2020-03-02

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

Correction Code 15184202

Removal

  1. Remove the LH lower B-pillar trim (refer to procedure).
  2. Use a trim tool to remove the plastic cap that covers the pretensioner anchor bolt on the LH 1st row seatbelt.
  3. Remove the anchor bolt and inboard upper pretensioner cover (torque 9 Nm).
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    CAUTION
    Replace all patchbolt(s).
  4. Discard the anchor bolt and inboard upper pretensioner cover.
  5. Carefully release the seatbelt assembly from the outer pretensioner cover.
  6. Wrap the seatbelt connector with protective tape to prevent it from damaging interior trim.
  7. Carefully release the clips that secure the B-pillar upper trim to the body. Gently pull the lower edge away from the body and release the locator posts from the headliner.
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    CAUTION
    Take care not to damage component(s).
  8. Allow the B-pillar upper trim to rest on the seatbelt buckle.
  9. Remove the screws (x3) that secure the seatbelt guide to the B-pillar trim.
  10. Route the seatbelt and seatbelt guide through the B-pillar trim.
  11. Remove the B-pillar trim.

Installation

Installation procedure is the reverse of removal, except for the following:
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CAUTION
Replace any broken clips.
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CAUTION
Replace all patchbolt(s).

Position the pretensioner and fixed end of the seatbelt over the bolt hole.
1 Pretensioner hole aligned over bolt hole
2 Fixed end of the seatbelt aligned over the pretensioner and bolt hole