GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2003 🢒 Regal 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Interior Trim 🢒 Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the guide loop attachment cover to the upper seat belt.
  2. Remove the guide loop attachment nut.
  3. Remove the guide loop attachment from the adjuster bracket.

    4. Object Number: 316192 Size: SH
  4. Remove the door weatherstrip from the center pillar pinch weld flange to expose the upper trim panel.
  5. Grasp the trim panel firmly with both hands. Pull the panel away from the center pillar.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 316192 Size: SH
  1. Position the upper trim panel to the center pillar.
  2. Push firmly on the trim panel in order to seat the retainers.
  3. Install the guide loop attachment for the upper seat belt to the adjuster bracket.

    4. 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.

  4. Install the attachment nut for the seat belt guide loop

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  5. Install the door weatherstrip to the center pillar.