Focus L4-2.0L (2009)
Trim Panel: Service and Repair
B-Pillar Trim Panel - 2-Door
B-Pillar Trim Panel - 2-Door
Removal and Installation
1. Remove the scuff plate trim panel. For additional information, refer to Scuff Plate Trim Panel See: Scuff Plate/Service and Repair.
2. Release the quarter trim panel front retainer clips and reposition the quarter trim panel.
3. NOTE: Inspect the safety belt D-ring bolt cover for damage. If the safety belt D-ring bolt cover does not remain in place, install a new cover.
Remove the safety belt D-ring bolt cover.
4. Remove the safety belt D-ring bolt.
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To install, tighten to 40 Nm (30 lb-ft).
5. Remove the B-pillar trim panel bolt cover.
6. Remove the B-pillar trim panel bolt.
7. Remove the B-pillar trim panel.
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Pull the B-pillar trim panel toward the center of the vehicle to release the B-pillar trim panel retaining clips.
8. NOTICE: To avoid damage to the trim panel, remove any retaining clips from the body and attach them to the trim panel before
installing.
To install, reverse the removal procedure.
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To install, make sure to align the trim panel retaining clips to the retaining clip holes in the body.
