Quarter Trim Panel: Installation

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Installation
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Place quarter trim panel into position (Figure).
  2. Reach behind trim panel, connect power outlet connector and speaker connector.
  3. Set locators pins into position and pressing on panel to engage the locking tabs attaching quarter trim panel body side panel.
  4. Install screw attaching tie down ring.
  5. Place quarter trim panel bolster cover (speaker grille) into position and press on bolster to engage locking pins. (Refer to SPEAKER ).
  6. Install C-pillar lower seat belt anchor and D-pillar lower seat belt anchor.
  7. Install second row seat into vehicle.(Refer to SEATS ).
  8. Install rear floor storage bin.(Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ ).
  9. Install liftgate sill scuff plate. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ ).
  10. Install rear door sill scuff plate. (Refer to INSTALLATIONΒ ).
  11. Open rear door and liftgate.
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