ZDX V6-3.7L (2010)
Replacement/Inspection After Deployment See: Restraint Systems/Air Bag Systems/Service and Repair.
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Take care not to scratch the trim or the panels.
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Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when removing components.
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The upper clip (A) in the quarter pillar trim (B) consists of a plastic grommet (C) and a metal pin (D). The grommet expanded by the pin secures it
to the body panel (E). The projections (F) on the pin break during removal, so the upper clip must be replaced with a new one when the trim is
reinstalled.
1. Remove the tailgate weatherstrip, as needed See: Doors, Hood and Trunk/Trunk / Liftgate/Trunk / Liftgate Weatherstrip/Service and Repair.
2. Remove the roof end trim (A).
1. Release the hooks (B) and the tabs (C) from the quarter pillar trim (D) on both sides.
2. Pull down the trim by hand to detach the clips.
3. Remove these items:
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Rear seat cushion See: Seats/Service and Repair/Rear Seat Removal/Installation
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Rear seat side bolster See: Seats/Service and Repair/Rear Seat Removal/Installation
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Rear door opening seal, as needed See: Scuff Plate/Service and Repair
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Rear side trim panel See: Interior Trim Removal/Installation - Rear Side Area
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Rear seat belt lower anchor See: Restraint Systems/Seat Belt Systems/Seat Belt/Service and Repair/Front Seat Belt Replacement
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Left tailgate side trim
4. Fold down the seat-back.
5. Hit the upper clip (A) in the quarter pillar trim (B) with a rubber mallet. Hitting the clip breaks the projections (C) on the pin (D) and pushes it into
