Removal Procedure
- Remove the endgate plate. Refer to Rear Floor Rear Trim Plate Replacement .
- Remove the rear seat belt. Refer to Rear Seat Belt Retractor Replacement in Seat Belts.
- Remove the bolts from the rear quarter lower trim panel at the cargo tie down locations.
- Remove the rear quarter lower trim panel from the rear quarter inner panel by pulling the rear quarter lower trim panel to release the push-in retainers.
- Remove the rear quarter lower trim panel from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
- Align the rear quarter lower trim panel push-in retainers to the rear quarter inner panel.
- Install the rear quarter lower trim panel by applying pressure to secure at all push-in retainers locations.
- Install the bolts to the rear quarter lower trim panel at the cargo tie down locations.
- Install the rear seat belt. Refer to Rear Seat Belt Retractor Replacement in Seat Belts.
- Install the endgate sill plate. Refer to Rear Floor Rear Trim Plate Replacement .
Important: Position the seat belt through the slotted opening between the upper and lower trim panel.
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.
Tighten
Tighten the rear quarter lower trim panel bolts to 6 N·m
(53 lb in).
