Rear Sill Panel Trim

Rear Sill Panel Trim

• Removing and installing is identical for the left and right sides.

Special tools, testers and auxiliary items required

• Trim Removal Wedge (3409)

Removing






- Versions with rear side airbag: remove the rear side airbag. Refer to => [ Driver Side Rear Thorax Airbag Igniter (N201) and Front Passenger Rear Thorax Airbag Igniter (N202) ] Driver Side Rear Thorax Airbag Igniter (N201) and Front Passenger Rear Thorax Airbag Igniter (N202).

- Remove the side cushion. Refer to => [ Side Upholstery ] Side Upholstery.

- Versions with fixed rear seat backrest: remove the rear seat backrest. Refer to => [ Rear Seat Backrest, Fixed ] Rear Seat Backrest, Fixed.

- Unclip sill panel strip - 1 - from the side member starting at the front using the (3409) - arrow A -.

- Unclip the sill panel trim on the side panel - arrows B - and remove it.

Installing

Install in reverse order of removal. Note the following:

• If the sill panel trim clamps remain in the body mounting points, remove them and insert them in the trim.

• Check clamps for damage or deformation, replace if necessary.

- Engage the sill panel strip in the C-pillar trim and press it onto the side panel until it engages audibly.

- Stretch the door seal lip over.