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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC1999FORWARD CONTROL 5.7 R, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 854 (INTERIOR TRIM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSTRIM PANEL REPLACEMENT - REAR QUARTER LOWERREMOVAL PROCEDURE

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, Automatic

Removal Procedure

1999 GMC Forward Control 5.7 R, AutomaticSECTION Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement - Rear .
Remove the lock pillar garnish molding. Refer to Garnish Molding Replacement - Lock Pillar Upper .
Remove the rear upper trim molding. Refer to Molding Replacement - Rear Window Upper .

Fig 1: Rear Upper Trim Molding

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Remove the finish molding from the rear upper trim.

Fig 2: Load Floor Storage Bin

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On the driver side, remove the fasteners from the load floor storage bin.
On the driver side, remove the load floor storage bin.

Fig 3: Cargo Hooks

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Remove the cargo hooks.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Accessory Wire Harness

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On the driver side, disconnect the accessory wire harness.
Pull at the clip locations to disengage the side trim panel from the vehicle.

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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.