Center Pillar R&R

Included Operations

Remove and install: Rear door, Front seat
Remove and install or replace: Pillar trim, Lock striker, Sill plates
Loosen and pull back: Carpet and/or insulation as required, Cloth type headliner at pillar
Remove caulking/seam sealer for panel R&R. Replacement of caulking/seam sealer to obtain water sealing properties of the panel seams

Not Included Operations

Refinish center pillar
Remove and/or apply: Anti-corrosion rust resistant materials
Remove and install preformed or molded type headliner
Remove and install or replace: Door hinges, Wiring and/or wiring harness, Decals (example: EPA, body identification, caution/danger)
Apply caulking/seam sealer for additional sound deadening and/or to replicate original factory appearance, texture or color
Drill holes for installing exterior trim

NOTE: Deduct 1.0 hour if roof also replaced.

NOTE:FULL PANEL REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE - Labor times are for replacement at factory seams if feasible. However, many center pillars cannot be replaced at factory seams because the roof panel overlaps the center pillar. If a center pillar is designed in this manner and a section time is not listed, the time in the text represents replacement of the panel at the most practical area - usually below the roof seam. This method is considered a full panel replacement.

IMPORTANT REMINDER: Sectioning of a panel may or may not be recommended by vehicle manufacturer. This procedure should only be performed when a qualified and knowledgeable technician has determined that the operation does not jeopardize the integrity of the vehicle.