Ford Fusion: Interior Trim and Ornamentation / C-Pillar Upper Trim Panel. Removal and Installation

Removal

NOTE: RH side shown, LH side similar.

NOTE: Removal steps in this procedure may contain installation details.

1. Remove the C-pillar lower trim panel.
   Refer to: C-Pillar Lower Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Remove the D-pillar trim panel.
   Refer to: D-Pillar Trim Panel (501-05 Interior Trim and Ornamentation, Removal and Installation).
   

1. Position the rear seatbelt aside.
   

1. 1. Release the front clip.
      
   2. Release the rear clip.
      
   3. Slide the C-pillar upper trim panel to the side, releasing it from the heads of parcel shelf pin-type retainers.
      

1. Release the front clip, pin-type retainer and four way locator pin.
   

1. NOTICE: The trim panel must be positioned rearward to allow the upper clip to release correctly. Failure to follow this may cause damage to the trim panel.

   Slide the upper C-pillar trim panel rearward, aligning the clip to the slot in the sheet metal.
   

1. Remove the upper C-pillar trim panel.
   

Installation

NOTE: During installation, make sure the seatbelt webbing is not twisted and the seatbelts and buckles are accessible to the occupants.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   

1. Check the seatbelt system for correct operation.
   Refer to: Seatbelt Systems (501-20A Seatbelt Systems, Diagnosis and Testing).