Special Tools

J-38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

1. Remove the front lower rocker panel to wheelhouse molding screw.
2. Open the doors in order to access the upper molding retainers.
3. Use the J-38778 clip remover J 38778 in order to remove the push-in retainers at the bottom edge of the rocker molding.
4. Using the J-38778 clip remover , remove the retainers at the top edge of the rocker panel molding.



5. Remove the rocker panel molding from the vehicle.
6. Clean the body panel using a 50/50 mixture by volume of isopropyl alcohol and water.
7. Dry the surface thoroughly before applying the new molding.

1. Install the retainers to the new rocker panel molding, if needed.



2. Position the front molding to the body side.
3. Align the upper retainers to the body panel.
4. Push the molding inward in order to secure.
5. Align the bottom retainers to the body panel and push inward in order to secure.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.




6. Install the front wheelhouse opening screw and tighten to 2 N·m (18 lb in) .
7. Close the doors.