Hyundai Santa Fe (TM): Interior Trim / Center Pillar Trim. Repair procedures
[Center pillar lower trim]
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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When removing the interior trim pieces, use a plastic panel
removal tool not to damage the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Remove the front door scuff trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim -"Door Scuff Trim")
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Remove the rear door scuff trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim -"Rear Scuff Trim")
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Remove the front seat belt anchor (A).

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When installing the connector, be sure to insert it
to the anchor pretensioner until "Click" sound is heard
and then check it for secure installation by pulling
it.
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Using a remover and remove the center pillar lower trim (A)

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To install, reverse removal procedure.
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Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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[Center pillar upper trim]
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Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap protective
tape around the tools to prevent damage to components.
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When removing the interior trim pieces, use a plastic panel
removal tool not to damage the surface.
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Take care not to bend or scratch the trim and panels.
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Remove the center pillar lower trim.
(Refer to Interior Trim -"Center Pillar Lower Trim")
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Loosen the mounting bolt and remove the center pillar upper trim (A).

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To install, reverse removal procedure.
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Replace any damaged clips (or pin-type retainers).
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Component Location
1. Center Pillar
Lower Trim
2. Center Pillar
Upper Trim
Component Location
1. Rear Pillar
Trim
Other information:
Replacement
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Be careful not to damage the parts located under the vehicle
(floor under cover, fuel filter, fuel tank and canister) when
raising the vehicle using the lift.