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Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement Hatchback

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1248477  Size: SH
  1. Remove the bolt and the upper front seat belt anchor.

  2. Object Number: 1248478  Size: SH
  3. Remove the lower center pillar trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the screws and the seat belt bracket.

  5. Object Number: 1248479  Size: SH
  6. Pry off the upper center pillar trim panel.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1248479  Size: SH
  1. Install the upper center pillar trim panel.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1248478  Size: SH
  3. Install the seat belt bracket with the screws.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt bracket screws to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 1248477  Size: SH
  5. Install the lower center pillar trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
  6. Install the upper front seat belt anchor with the bolt.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the seat belt anchor bolt to 38 N·m (28 lb ft).