Body Side Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side

Body Side Trim Panel Replacement - Right Side

Removal Procedure




1. Remove the rear pillar trim panel.
2. Remove the inflator nozzle retaining nut.
3. Remove the inflator bezel.
4. Remove the inflator switch from the bezel.
5. Using a suitable flat bladed tool, press downward on the door lock switch and rotate the top of the switch outward to disengage the switch from the trim panel.
6. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) pin and remove the electrical connector from the switch.




7. Remove the lift gate sill plate.
8. Remove the lock pillar trim panel.
9. Firmly grasp and gently pull up on the body side panel tray to disengage it from the body panel.
10. Disconnect the 12 volt power supply electrical connector.
11. Remove the inflator nozzle from the panel.




12. Firmly gasp and gently pull the front edge of the body panel to disengage the retaining clips.
13. Remove the right side body panel from the vehicle.
14. Inspect and replace any missing or broken retaining clips.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the body panel to the vehicle.
2. Align the retaining clips with he openings in the body and gently press to fully seat the clips.




3. Connect the 12 volt power supply connector.
4. Install the inflator nozzle into the body panel opening.
5. Install the body side panel tray.
6. Install the lock pillar trim panel.
7. Install the lift gate sill plate.




8. Connect the electrical connector to the door lock switch and install the CPA.
9. Install the door lock switch into the body panel.
10. Install the inflator switch to the inflator bezel.
11. Install the inflator bezel to the body panel.
12. Install the inflator nozzle retaining nut.
13. Install the rear pillar trim panel.