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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 740436  Size: SH
  1. Remove the cargo shade/cover.
  2. Remove the left body side upper trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement.
  3. Remove the liftgate sill plate. Refer to Liftgate Door Sill Plate Replacement.
  4. Remove the left rear door sill panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Sill Trim Plate Replacement.
  5. Remove the lower seat belt anchor bolt.
  6. Release the clips that retain the trim panel to the body.
  7. Remove the trim panel from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 740436  Size: SH
  1. Position the trim panel to the vehicle.
  2. Position the seat belt over the top of the trim panel, ensuring that the buckle is not behind the trim panel.
  3. Index the locating tabs on the trim panel to the holes in the body.
  4. Seat the clips the retain the trim panel to the body.
  5. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  6. Install the seat belt lower anchor and tighten the anchor bolt to 70 N·m (52 lb ft).
  7. Install the left rear door sill panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Sill Trim Plate Replacement.
  8. Install the liftgate sill plate. Refer to Liftgate Door Sill Plate Replacement.
  9. Install the left body side upper trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement.