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Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1998 🢒 Monte Carlo 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Seats 🢒 Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement

Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement Sedan

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 319861 Size: SH
  1. Remove the screw from the panel.
  2. Pull down and remove the trim from the clips on the pinch-rail.
  3. Remove the trim panel.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 319861 Size: SH
  1. Position the panel on the rear quarter.
  2. Install the quarter upper trim by engaging the push-in clips on the pinch-rail.

    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 screw.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the quarter upper trim screw to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement Coupe

Removal Procedure

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover


    Object Number: 404096 Size: MH
  1. Remove the screws.
  2. Remove the quarter upper trim by disengaging the push-in retainers using J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 404096 Size: MH
  1. Position the quarter upper trim panel in the car.
  2. Install the quarter upper trim by engaging the push-in retainers.

    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 screws.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten thequarter upper trim screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).