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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2001 🢒 Catera 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Exterior Trim 🢒 Center Pillar Applique Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 243374 Size: SH
  1. Open both of the doors.
  2. Release the center pillar outer applique from the top of the cover.
  3. Slide the applique downward to remove it from the vehicle.

    4. Object Number: 243378 Size: SH
  4. Remove the center pillar outer applique weatherstrip.
  5. Remove the roof rail drip molding. Refer to Body Side Roof Drip Molding Replacement .
  6. Remove the center pillar outer applique retainer plate screws.
  7. Remove the center pillar outer applique retainer plate from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 243378 Size: SH
  1. Position the center pillar outer applique retainer plate to the vehicle.

    2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the center pillar outer applique retainer plate screws .

    3. Tighten
    Tighten center pillar outer applique retainer plate screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  3. Install the roof rail drip molding. Refer to Body Side Roof Drip Molding Replacement .
  4. Install the center pillar outer applique weatherstrip.

    5. Object Number: 243374 Size: SH
  5. Slide the center pillar outer applique upwards while pressing to engage it to the retainer plate.
  6. Close both doors.