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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Astro - 4WD 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Interior Trim 🢒 Center Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement - Left Side

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the retaining screw from the garnish molding.
  2. Remove the driver's side seat belt upper mounting bolt. Refer to Front Seat Shoulder Belt Guide Adjuster Replacement in Restraints.

    3. Object Number: 314679 Size: SH
  3. Pull back on the garnish molding in order to release the fasteners.
  4. Remove the garnish molding from the pillar.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 314679 Size: SH
  1. Install the garnish molding to the pillar:
    2. 1.1. Align the locator pin with the pillar.
    1.2. Press the locator pin firmly into place, seating all fasteners.
  2. Install the driver's seat belt upper mounting bolt. Refer to Front Seat Shoulder Belt Guide Adjuster Replacement in Restraints.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the garnish molding retaining screw.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the garnish molding retaining screw to 2  N·m (18 lb in).