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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Pontiac 🢒 1999 🢒 Firebird 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Interior Trim 🢒 Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 403307 Size: SH
  1. Remove the driver-side hinge pillar trim panel bolts/screws (2) from the panel (1).
  2. Slide the driver-side hinge pillar trim panel (1) upward and rearward in order to remove.

    3. Object Number: 403309 Size: SH
  3. Remove the passenger-side hinge pillar trim panel bolts/screws (2) from the panel (1).
  4. Slide the passenger-side hinge pillar trim panel (1) upward and rearward in order to remove.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 403309 Size: SH
  1. Slide the passenger-side hinge pillar trim panel (1) forward and downward in order to install.

    2. 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 hinge pillar trim panel bolts/screws (2).

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the hinge pillar trim panel bolts/screws (2) to 1.7 N·m (15 lb in).


    Object Number: 403307 Size: SH
  3. Slide the driver-side hinge pillar trim panel (1) forward and downward in order to install.

    4. 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.

  4. Install the hinge pillar trim panel bolts/screws (2).

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the hinge pillar trim panel bolts/screws (2) to 1.7 N·m (15 lb in).