1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the following parts:
a. Trunk board.
b. Trunk end trim.
c. Rear scuff plate.
d. Trunk side trim.
e. D-pillar trim.
3. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
4. Remove the fastener A.

5. Take the shaded area shown in the figure, and pull the C-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow (1) while detaching the pin B.
6. Remove the C-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow (2) shown in the figure while detaching guide C, tabs D.
CAUTION:
If the C-pillar trim is pulled in the direction of the arrow (1) forcefully, guide C may be damaged. Carefully pull the C-pillar trim so as not to damage guide C.
7. Install in the reverse order of removal.
B Pillar Upper Trim Removal/Installation
Center Panel Removal/InstallationRear Stabilizer Removal/Installation [Awd]
WARNING:
Verify that the rear crossmember is securely supported by a jack. If the
rear crossmember falls off, it can cause serious injury or death, and damage
to the vehicle.
CAUTION:
Performing the following procedures without first removing the rear ABS wheel-speed
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Ultra High Tension Steel [Construction]
Characteristics of Ultra High-Tensile Steel Plates
Ultra high-tensile steel plates have enhanced tensile strength compared to
previous high-tensile steel plates.
Because the strength is maintained even though the plates are thin-walled,
the ultra high-tensile steel plates ar ...
Cowl Upper Plate Removal [Panel Replacement]
Symbol Mark
Removal Procedure
1. Drill the 9 locations indicated by (A) shown in the figure.
2. Drill the 2 locations by (B) from the front wheel housing side shown in the
figure.
3. Drill the 2 locations indicated by (C) from the inside shown in the figure.
4. Remove the cowl upp ...