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For 1990-2009 cars only

Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement Standard

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 493161  Size: SH

    Caution: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.

  1. Remove the rear carpet retainer. Refer to Rear Carpet Retainer Replacement .
  2. Remove the front carpet retainer. Refer to Front Carpet Retainer Replacement .
  3. Pull out on the center pillar garnish molding to disengage the retainer clips.
  4. Remove the center pillar garnish molding.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 493161  Size: SH
  1. Align the center pillar garnish molding clips to the holes in the center pillar.
  2. Push in on the center pillar garnish molding to engage the retainers.
  3. Install the rear carpet retainer. Refer to Rear Carpet Retainer Replacement .
  4. Install the front carpet retainer. Refer to Front Carpet Retainer Replacement .