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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2001 🢒 Prizm 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Interior Trim 🢒 Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 240007 Size: SH

    Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

       • Air bag deployment
       • Personal injury
       • Unnecessary SIR system repairs
    In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
       • Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
       • If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System.

  1. Disable the SIR System. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
  2. Remove the front side door sill trim plate. Refer to Door Sill Plate Replacement .
  3. Remove the center pillar lower trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the seat shoulder belt guide adjuster (1) trim cover and the bolt.
  5. Position the belt (2) on the floor.

    6. Object Number: 240009 Size: SH
  6. Remove the center pillar upper trim panel (1) by gently pulling loose.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 240009 Size: SH
  1. Install the center pillar upper trim panel (1).

    2. Object Number: 240007 Size: SH

    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.

  2. Install the seat shoulder belt guide adjuster (1) bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the seat shoulder belt guide adjuster bolt to 42 N·m (31 lb ft).

  3. Install the seat shoulder belt guide trim cover.
  4. Install the center pillar lower trim panel. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .

    5. Object Number: 241645 Size: SH
  5. Install the front side door sill trim plate (1) to the vehicle.
  6. Enable the SIR System. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.