Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: Protect the applique with heavy material tape in order to avoid damaging the underlying paint finish or applique. Do not use a pointed or a sharp instrument for the removal of the applique.

Remove the rear door window outer belt sealing strip. Refer to Sealing Strip Replacement - Rear Door Window Belt Outer .
Remove the center of the rivets using a center punch.

Fig 1: Removing Center Of Rivets
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Drill out the rivets from the frame applique.

Fig 2: Drilling Out Frame Applique Rivets
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Remove the frame applique from the rear door.

Fig 3: View Of Frame Applique
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