Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area (2-Door)

Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area

Special Tools Required

- KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014*

2-door

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations SRS Component Location Index (2-Door) and the precautions and procedures Service and Repair before doing repairs or service.

NOTE:

- Put on gloves to protect your hands.

- Take care not to bend or scratch the trim.

- Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.

1. Remove these items:
- Door sill trim Service and Repair

- Rear seat-back:
- Fold down Rear Seat-Back Cover Replacement - Fold Down (2-Door)

- Split fold down Rear Seat-Back Cover Replacement - Split Fold Down (2-Door)

- Rear seat cushion Rear Seat Removal/Installation

2. Lower the rear seat pivot bracket (A).






3. Remove the rear side trim panel (A).
-1 Detach the clip (B).
Release the upper hooks (C) and the tabs (D) from the quarter pillar trim (E) and the rear shelf extension (F).
-3 Detach the clips (G) by pulling back upper area of the panel.

4. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- If the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, replace them with new ones.

- Push the clips, the hooks, and the tabs into place securely.