A-Pillar Trim Removal/Installation

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION A-Pillar Trim Removal/Installation
  1. Partially peel back the seaming welt.
  2. Pull the upper end of the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure and remove clip A and B.
    Fig 1: Pulling Upper End Of A-Pillar Trim
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  3. Cut the lead wire connecting clip B and grommet using a nipper and pull out the A-pillar trim in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.
    Fig 2: Pulling Out A-Pillar Trim
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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