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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 833504  Size: SH
  1. Remove the rear pillar trim panel.
  2. Remove the inflator nozzle retaining nut.
  3. Remove the inflator bezel.
  4. Remove the inflator switch from the bezel.
  5. Using a suitable flat bladed tool, press downward on the door lock switch and rotate the top of the switch outward to disengage the switch from the trim panel.
  6. Remove the connector position assurance (CPA) pin and remove the electrical connector from the switch.

  7. Object Number: 833506  Size: SH
  8. Remove the lift gate sill plate. Refer to Liftgate Door Sill Plate Replacement .
  9. Remove the lock pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement .
  10. Firmly grasp and gently pull up on the body side panel tray to disengage it from the body panel.
  11. Disconnect the 12 volt power supply electrical connector.
  12. Remove the inflator nozzle from the panel.

  13. Object Number: 833490  Size: SH
  14. Firmly gasp and gently pull the front edge of the body panel to disengage the retaining clips.
  15. Remove the right side body panel from the vehicle.
  16. Inspect and replace any missing or broken retaining clips.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 833490  Size: SH
  1. Install the body panel to the vehicle.
  2. Align the retaining clips with he openings in the body and gently press to fully seat the clips.

  3. Object Number: 833506  Size: SH
  4. Connect the 12 volt power supply connector.
  5. Install the inflator nozzle into the body panel opening.
  6. Install the body side panel tray.
  7. Install the lock pillar trim panel. Refer to Body Lock Pillar Trim Panel Replacement .
  8. Install the lift gate sill plate. Refer to Liftgate Door Sill Plate Replacement .

  9. Object Number: 833504  Size: SH
  10. Connect the electrical connector to the door lock switch and install the CPA.
  11. Install the door lock switch into the body panel.
  12. Install the inflator switch to the inflator bezel.
  13. Install the inflator bezel to the body panel.
  14. Install the inflator nozzle retaining nut.
  15. Install the rear pillar trim panel.