Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover.

1. Remove the body side front lower trim panel. Refer to Body Side Front Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the intermediate swing-out window latch. Refer to Swing Out Window Replacement in Stationary Windows.
3. Remove the retaining screw at the B pillar.



4. Use the J 38778 in order to remove the body side front upper trim panel from the vehicle.
5. Disconnect the electrical connector from the rear audio controls, if equipped.
6. Remove the rear audio controls from the trim panel. Refer to Rear Seat Audio Control Replacement in Entertainment.

1. Install the rear audio controls to the trim panel, if equipped. Refer to Rear Seat Audio Control Replacement in Entertainment.
2. Connect the electrical connector to the rear audio controls.



3. Install the body side front upper trim panel to the vehicle:

3.1.	Align the retaining clips with the holes in the body.

3.2.	Press the panel in order to seat the fasteners into place.

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 retaining screw to the B pillar.

Tighten
Tighten the retaining screw to the B pillar to 2 N·m  (18 lb in).

5. Install the intermediate swing-out window latch. Refer to Swing Out Window Replacement in Stationary Windows.
6. Install the body side front lower trim panel. Refer to Body Side Front Lower Trim Panel Replacement .