FAQ for Pillar Panels Repair
Q: What's the installation procedure for the body side front lower trim panel?
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The installation procedure is to install the body side front lower trim panel, then install the driver's door stepwell lamp assembly to the body side lower storage pocket, next install the stepwell lamp cover retaining screw, and tighten the stepwell lamp cover retaining screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in), then install the intermediate seat.
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02/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the retaining screw tightened to the B pillar?
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The recommended torque is 2 N.m (18 lb in).
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02/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the screws tightened to the panel in the rear door opening?
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The recommended torque is 2 N.m (18 lb in).
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02/11/2022 Q: What's the removal procedure for the left side third pillar trim?
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The removal procedure is to remove the seat belt upper mount and the retaining screw, then use the J 38778 to release the fasteners that retain the panel to the vehicle.
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02/11/2022 Q: How to install the panel to the vehicle?
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You may need to align the retaining clips with the holes in the body and press the panel down to seat the fasteners into place.
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02/11/2022 Q: What's the removal procedure for the upper roller track garnish molding?
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The removal procedure is to remove the three retaining screws from the upper garnish molding, then use J 38778 to release the molding retainers.
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02/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the retaining screws?
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The recommended torque is 2 N.m (18 lb in).
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02/11/2022 Q: What's the installation procedure for the body side front lower trim panel vent?
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The installation procedure is to press the vent inward to install the vent to the trim panel.
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02/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when using the rubber mallet?
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You will need to make sure the weatherstrip must be hit square to the flange. Otherwise, an undesirable spreading of the carrier will occur, resulting in reduced retention.
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02/11/2022 Q: What's the removal procedure for the body side front lower trim panel?
A:
The removal procedure is to remove the intermediate seat, remove the driver's door stepwell lamp cover retaining screw, remove the stepwell lamp assembly from the body side lower storage pocket, then use the J 38778 to remove the body side front lower trim panel.
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