Front Side Trim Removal/Installation

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Remove the front scuff plate. (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Partially peel back the seaming welt.

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Remove the fastener.

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Pull the front side trim in the direction of the arrow shown in the illustration and remove it while detaching the clip.

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Install in the reverse order of removal.