A-Pillar Trim Panel

Removal and Installation

NOTICE: The A-pillar speaker grille is not servicable. Do not attempt to remove the speaker grille. Failure to follow this instruction will result in damage to the A-pillar trim panel.

1. Position aside the door opening weatherstrip.

2. Pull outward on the A-pillar trim panel to release the clips.

3. Using a flat-blade tool, remove the A-pillar trim panel tether from the body.

4. Disconnect speaker electrical connector.

5. Pull the A-pillar trim panel towards the rear of the vehicle to remove.

6.  WARNING: A new A-pillar trim panel tether must be installed if the tether is damaged or does not fasten correctly. During a side air curtain deployment the A-pillar trim panel tether helps prevent the trim from striking the occupant. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s).

   NOTICE: Alignment tabs must be positioned properly for installation. Failure to properly align tabs may result in damage to the component.

   To install, reverse removal procedure.