For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the windshield upper garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement in Stationary Windows.
2. Move the front seat to the forward and upright position.
3. Remove the front seat track outer cover screws.
4. Remove the covers.
5. Remove center pillar trim panels. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
6. Remove the carpet retainer. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement in Interior Trim.
7. Remove the I/P sound insulator panel by rotating the clips.
8. Remove the hinge pillar trim panel screws.
9. Remove the hinge pillar trim panel.
10. Grasp the upper inner corner of the opening weatherstrip in order to remove from the flange.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the opening weatherstrip starting at the upper inner corner, while seating to the flange with a rubber mallet.
2. Install the hinge pillar trim panel.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

3. Install the hinge pillar trim panel screws.

Tighten
Tighten the hinge pillar trim panel screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

4. Install the I/P sound insulator panel by rotating the clips.
5. Install the carpet retainer. Refer to Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement in Interior Trim.
6. Install center pillar trim panels. Refer to Carpet Retainer Replacement in Interior Trim.
7. Install the front seat track covers.
8. Install the front seat track cover screws.

Tighten
Tighten the front seat track cover screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

9. Move the front seat to the original position.
10. Install the windshield upper garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Garnish Molding Replacement in Stationary Windows.