FREE REPAIR MANUALS & LABOR GUIDES 1982-2013 Vehicles
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D-Pillar Trim Panel




D-Pillar Trim Panel - Taurus, Sable

1. Remove the C-pillar trim panel. For additional information, refer to C-Pillar Trim Panel - Taurus, Sable C-Pillar Trim Panel.

2. If equipped with side curtain air bags, remove the screw from the D-pillar.

3. Remove the D-pillar.
- Pull the front inboard edge of the D-pillar trim panel down to release the retaining clips.

- Gently pull the outboard retaining clips down.

- Pull the D-pillar trim panel toward the front of the vehicle to remove.

4. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the D-pillar trim panel, remove any retaining clips from the body and attach them to the D-pillar trim panel before installing.

To install, reverse the removal procedure.