GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2000 🢒 Lumina 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Seats 🢒 Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the front carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 291662 Size: SH
  2. Remove the carpet retaining screws.
  3. Remove the seat belt from the slot in the lower trim panel.
  4. Remove the trim panel.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the seat belt to the slot in the lower trim panel.

    2. Object Number: 291662 Size: SH
  2. Install the lower trim panel to the B-pillar.

    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 carpet retaining screws.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the carpet retainer screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  4. Install the front carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement .