Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Removal Procedure
- Disable the SIR system. SIR Disabling and Enabling
- Reposition the front center seat.
Carefully pull the rear window lower garnish molding (1) forward around all edges then the middle of the part to disengage the clips from the sheet metal.
- After all integral clips are disengaged, lift up and forward to clear the two rear end panel brackets that the rear window lower garnish molding (1) sits over.
- NOTE:
Left side shown, right side similar.
Use a small flat bladed tool to open the trim panel bolt cap (1).
- Body Lock Pillar Garnish Molding Bolt (2) - Remove
- Starting at the top and working down with a trim tool, grasp the body lock pillar garnish molding (3) and gently pull the panel away from the body to release the retainers.
- Body Lock Pillar Garnish Molding - Right Side (3) - Reposition
Disconnect the electrical connector.
- Release the retaining tabs.
- Remote Function Actuator Module (1) - Remove
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.