Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

1. Using a J 38778 release the retainer clips from the rocker panel.
2. Slide the carpet retainer rearward from the hinge pillar.
3. Disconnect the front carpet retainer from the center pillar garnish molding.
4. Remove the front carpet retainer.
5. If the clips come out of the carpet retainers, turn the plastic retainers 90 degrees in the hole in order to secure.

1. Position the front upper retainer to the holes in the hinge pillar.
2. Align the front carpet retainer with the slots in the rocker panel.
3. Apply pressure along the entire length of the molding in order to secure the retainers.
4. Ensure the fit at the lower center pillar garnish molding is secure to the front carpet retainer.