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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2008 🢒 XLR 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Body Hinge Pillar Trim Panel Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 1297874 Size: SH
  1. Remove the fastener attaching the top of the upper trim panel and the windshield side garnish molding to the hinge pillar.
  2. Unsnap the upper trim from the hinge pillar.
  3. Remove the upper trim.
  4. Remove the lower hinge pillar trim if needed. The lower trim is part of the sill plate. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement .

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1297874 Size: SH
  1. Snap the upper trim to the hinge pillar.
  2. Install the fastener attaching the top of the upper trim.
  3. Install the lower hinge panel trim. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement .