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HOMESERVICE MANUALSMAZDA20133 MAZDASPEED, 2.3L ENG VIN 3REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBODY & FRAMEEXTERIOR/INTERIOR TRIMINTERIOR TRIMB-PILLAR UPPER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3

B-Pillar Upper Trim Removal/Installation

2013 Mazda 3 Mazdaspeed, 2.3L Eng VIN 3SECTION B-Pillar Upper Trim Removal/Installation

Remove the following parts:
1. Adjuster anchor cover (See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)
2. Upper anchor installation bolts on the front seat belt (See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [STANDARD DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .) (See FRONT SEAT BELT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM] .)
3. Front scuff plate (See FRONT SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
4. Rear scuff plate (See REAR SCUFF PLATE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
Partially peel back the seaming welt.
Remove the B-pillar lower trim. (See B-PILLAR LOWER TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
Grasp the lower end of the B-pillar upper trim, pull it in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure, and remove clips A, pin B, and pin C.

Fig 1: Removing Clips A Of B-Pillar Lower Trim
Remove the B-pillar upper trim in the direction of the arrow shown in the figure.

Fig 2: Removing B-Pillar Upper Trim

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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.