Interior Trim System and Paneling — Cadillac CTS II (2007-2014)

Fastener Tightening Specifications

Application	Specification
Application	Metric	English
Body Side Window Front Fastener	3 N.m	27 lb in
Body Side Window Rear Fastener	3 N.m	27 lb in
Body Side Window Rear Garnish Molding Fastener	3 N.m	27 lb in
Center Pillar Upper Garnish Molding Fastener	3 N.m	27 lb in
Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Screw	3 N.m	27 lb in
Coat Hook Fastener	6 N.m	53 lb in
Door Lock and Side Window Switch Screw	3 N.m	27 lb in
Front Side Door Trim Panel Screw	2 N.m	18 lb in
Liftgate Inside Assist Handle Fastener	2.5 N.m	22 lb in
Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Fastener	6 N.m	53 lb in
Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Frame Fastener	22 N.m	16 lb ft
Rear Compartment Side Trim Nut	3 N.m	27 lb in
Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Fastener	9 N.m	79 lb in
Rear Side Door Trim Panel Screw	2 N.m	18 lb in
Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Screw	3 N.m	27 lb in
Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Screw	6 N.m	53 lb in
Sunshade Anchor Screw	3 N.m	27 lb in
Sunshade Screw	3 N.m	27 lb in

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Scheme 29: Front Side Door Window Switch Bezel Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures: Remove the driver door panel trim. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
1	Door Lock and Side Window Switch Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 3 N.m (27 lb in)
2	Door Lock and Side Window Switch Procedure Disconnect the electrical connector. Refer to Control Module References for programming and setup information.
3	Front Side Door Window Switch Bezel Procedure: Push in on the switch bezel integral tabs from the inside of the door trim panel to release the bezel.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 30

Scheme 30: Rear Side Door Window Switch Bezel Replacement

Callout	Component Name
1	Rear Door Switch Bezel Procedure Insert a flat bladed plastic tool under the front edge of the window switch bezel. Disengage the front retainer then disengage the side retainers. Lift up on the rear of the switch bezel to remove it from the door trim panel. Disconnect the electrical connector.

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Scheme 31: Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the front side door trim panel applique. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Applique Replacement (Lower) or Front Side Door Trim Panel Applique Replacement (Upper) .
1	Front Side Door Trim Panel Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tip: Remove the inside handle bezel to access (1) screw. The remaining (2) screws are accessed under the applique. Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2	Front Side Door Trim Panel Procedure Use a door trim tool or equivalent to aid in the removal of the door trim. Disconnect the inside handle release cable from the trim panel. Disconnect the electrical connectors. If door body side connector is pushed in or loose from collar, the collar should be replaced.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

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Scheme 32: Front Side Door Trim Panel Applique Replacement (Lower)

Callout	Component Name
1	Front Side Door Trim Panel Applique Tip: Use a small flat-bladed tool to release the retainers. If replacing applique, cut the tether, if removing but not replacing with new, leave tether attached.

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Scheme 33: Front Side Door Trim Panel Applique Replacement (Upper)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the front side door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
1	Front Side Door Trim Panel Applique Nut (Qty: 4)
2	Front Side Door Trim Panel Applique Assembly

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Scheme 34: Front Side Door Garnish Molding Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the interior trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
1	Front Door Frame Garnish Molding Retainer
2	Front Side Door Garnish Molding Tip: Use a plastic flat-bladed tool to remove the push-in retainers.

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Scheme 35: Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the rear side door trim panel applique. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Applique Replacement .
1	Rear Side Door Trim Panel Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tip: Remove the inside handle bezel to access (1) screw. The remaining (2) screws are accessed under the applique. Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2	Rear Side Door Trim Panel Procedure Use a door trim tool or equivalent to aid in the removal of the door trim. Disconnect the inside handle cable. Disconnect the electrical connectors. If door body side connector is pushed in or loose from collar, the collar should be replaced.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 36

Scheme 36: Rear Side Door Trim Panel Applique Replacement

Callout	Component Name
1	Rear Side Door Trim Panel Applique Tip: Use a small flat-bladed tool to release the retainers.

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Scheme 37: Rear Side Door Garnish Molding Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
1	Garnish Molding Retainer (Qty: 2) Tip: Use a plastic flat-bladed tool to remove the push-in retainers from the door.
2	Rear Door Side Garnish Molding

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Scheme 38: Front Side Door Sill Trim Plate Replacement

Callout	Component Name
1	Front Side Door Sill Plate Procedure: Pull up at the rear edge first, then pull rearward to remove.

Scheme 39

Scheme 39: Rear Side Door Sill Trim Plate Replacement

Callout	Component Name
1	Rear Side Door Sill Plate Procedure: Pull up at the rear edge first, then pull rearward to remove.

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Scheme 40: Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Sedan) . Remove the rear compartment sill plate. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement (Sedan) or Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement (Wagon) .
1	Rear Compartment Side Trim Retainer (Qty: 8)
2	Cargo Net Retainer (Qty: 4)
3	Rear Compartment Side Trim Nut (Qty: 2), if equipped. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 3 N.m (27 lb in)
4	Rear Compartment Side Trim (Qty: 2)

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

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Scheme 41: Body Side Lower Trim Panel Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Fold rear seat to the full forward position. Remove the rear compartment sill plate. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement (Sedan) or Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement (Wagon) . Remove the rear garnish molding. Refer to Body Side Window Rear Garnish Molding Replacement (Wagon) .
1	Body Side Lower Trim Panel Assembly (Qty: 2)

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Scheme 42: Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
1	Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Fold the assist handle downward and hold. Use a small flat-bladed tool to open the assist handle covers to access the screws. Tighten: 6 N.m (53 lb in)
2	Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Assist Handle and Rear Coat Hook Replacement (Sedan)

Callout	Component Name
1	Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle Screw (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure Fold the assist handle downward and hold. Use a small flat-bladed tool to open the assist handle covers to access the screws. Tighten: 6 N.m (53 lb in)
2	Roof Rail Rear Assist Handle

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

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Scheme 43: Sunshade Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove windshield garnish molding. Refer to Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement . Lower the front of headliner to access the sunshade electrical connector, if necessary. Refer to Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Wagon) or Headlining Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan) .
1	Sunshade Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure: The closeout snaps into place. Tighten: 3 N.m (27 lb in)
2	Sunshade Assembly Procedure Squeeze the tabs at the base of the sunshade assembly to remove from the headliner. Disconnect the electrical connector.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

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Scheme 44: Sunshade Anchor Replacement

Callout	Component Name
1	Sunshade Anchor Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Procedure: Pull the cover downward to access the fastener. Tighten: 3 N.m (27 lb in)
2	Sunshade Anchor Assembly Procedure: Unclip the Sunvisor from anchor and reposition.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 45

Scheme 45: Windshield Side Garnish Molding Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures: Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
1	Windshield Side Upper Garnish Molding Procedure: The tether clip at the upper portion of the garnish molding MUST be replaced every time the windshield side garnish molding is removed.

Scheme 46

Scheme 46: Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Disable the roof rail SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove the center pillar lower garnish molding. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
1	Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Procedure Disengage the seat belt strap from the trim. Verify the headliner is between the tab and the top of the center pillar trim.
2	Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 3 N.m (27 lb in)
3	Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Assembly Retainer (Qty: 2)
4	Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Assembly

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 47

Scheme 47: Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove front door sill plate. Refer to Front Side Door Sill Trim Plate Replacement . Remove rear door sill plate. Refer to Rear Side Door Sill Trim Plate Replacement .
1	Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Molding Tip: Ensure the seat belt webbing does not become trapped during installation.

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Scheme 48: Body Lock Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear side door sill trim plate. Refer to Rear Side Door Sill Trim Plate Replacement . Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Seat Cushion Replacement (Sedan) . Remove rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Sedan) . Remove bodyside window front garnish molding. Refer to Body Side Window Front Garnish Molding Replacement (Wagon) .
1	Rear Quarter Lower Trim Panel Tip: Use trim tool or equivalent.

Callout

Component Name

Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear side door sill trim plate. Refer to Rear Side Door Sill Trim Plate Replacement . Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Seat Cushion Replacement (Sedan) . Remove rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Sedan) . Remove bodyside window front garnish molding. Refer to Body Side Window Front Garnish Molding Replacement (Wagon) .

Rear Quarter Lower Trim Panel Tip: Use trim tool or equivalent.

Scheme 49

Scheme 49: Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Seat Cushion Replacement (Sedan) . Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
1	Screw Cover Plate
2	Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 3 N.m (27 lb in)
3	Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Procedure Remove the seat belt anchor bolt. Disconnect the seat belt through the slot in the escutcheon opening. Release the tether to remove. The tether clip at the upper portion of the garnish molding MUST be replaced every time the quarter upper trim panel is removed.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear seat cushion. Refer to Rear Seat Cushion Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Seat Cushion Replacement (Sedan) . Remove rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Sedan) . Remove rear quarter upper trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan) .
1	Rear Quarter Lower Trim Panel Procedure: Use trim tool or equivalent to aid in the removal.

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Scheme 50: Rear Window Panel Trim Replacement (Sedan)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Disable SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling . Remove rear quarter upper trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement (Sedan) Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Sedan) .
1	Rear Window Trim Panel Retainer (Qty: 2)
2	Rear Window Trim Panel Assembly Procedure Remove the center seat belt anchor bolt. Route the center seat belt webbing, lower anchor bolt, bracket, buckle, and escutcheon through the trim.

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Scheme 51: Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear compartment floor stowage cover. Refer to Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Cover Replacement (Wagon) . Remove the rear compartment floor stowage compartment door frame. Refer to Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Door Frame Replacement (Wagon) . Remove the body side lower trim panel. Refer to Body Side Lower Trim Panel Replacement (Wagon) . Remove the rear compartment sill trim plate. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement (Sedan) or Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement (Wagon) . Remove the spare tire and accessories, if equipped. Remove the radio rear compartment speaker, if equipped.
1	Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Retainer (Qty: 2)
2	Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Assembly

Scheme 52

Scheme 52: Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Cover Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
1	Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Cover Assembly
2	Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Clips (Qty: 4) Tip: Inspect clip towers, if more than 2 are damaged, replace stowage compartment cover.
3	Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Hooks

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Scheme 53: Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Door Frame Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures: Remove the rear compartment floor stowage compartment cover. Refer to Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Cover Replacement (Wagon) .
1	Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Frame Fastener (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 22 N.m (16 lb ft)
2	Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Frame Assembly Tip: Cargo loops should be installed with the chrome ring portion of the loop facing outboard.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

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Scheme 54: Rear Compartment Floor Panel Trim Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the rear compartment side trim panels. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the spare tire and accessories.
1	Rear Compartment Convenience Net Retainer (Qty: 2)
2	Rear Compartment Floor Panel Trim

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Scheme 55: Rear Compartment Floor Panel Track Partition Slide Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures: Remove the rear compartment floor stowage compartment cover. Refer to Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Compartment Cover Replacement (Wagon) .
1	Rear Compartment Floor Panel Track Partition Slide (Qty: 4) Tip: Rear compartment floor panel track partition slides must be installed with the chrome side facing outboard.

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Scheme 56: Liftgate Close Switch Bezel Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the driver door panel trim. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
1	Liftgate Close Switch Bezel Procedure: Push in on the integral tabs from the inside of the door trim panel and push the switch bezel out through the door trim panel.

Scheme 57

Scheme 57: Liftgate Upper Trim Finish Panel Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
1	Liftgate Upper Trim Finish Panel Assembly Tip: Left and right outboard lower ends of trim finish panel, clip over two rivets in liftgate sheet metal.

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Scheme 58: Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the liftgate upper trim finish panel. Refer to Liftgate Upper Trim Finish Panel Replacement (Wagon) .
1	Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 6 N.m (53 lb in)
2	Liftgate Lower Trim Finish Panel Assembly Procedure Use a trim panel removal tool to aid in the removal of the trim panel from the liftgate assembly. Disconnect the electrical connector, if equipped.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 59

Scheme 59: Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement (Sedan)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Partially remove the rear compartment opening weatherstrip. Refer to Rear Compartment Lid Weatherstrip Replacement .
1	Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Retainer (Qty: 4)
2	Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Assembly

Scheme 60

Scheme 60: Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Partially remove the liftgate weatherstrip. Refer to Liftgate Weatherstrip Replacement .
1	Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Fastener (Qty: 4) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 9 N.m (79 lb in)
2	Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Assembly

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

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Scheme 61: Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement (Sedan)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear compartment lid outer bumpers. Remove the latch cover.
1	Liftgate Inside Handle Bolt Cap (Qty: 2)
2	Liftgate Inside Assist Handle Fastener (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2.5 N.m (22 lb in)
3	Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Retainer (Qty: 8) Procedure Use a J 38778 to aid in the removal of the rear compartment trim panel. For installation, position the trim to the decklid and secure with the middle retainer first. Remove the middle retainer last for removal. Special Tools: J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover
4	Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

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Scheme 62: Body Side Window Front Garnish Molding Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
1	Body Side Window Front Plug
2	Body Side Window Front Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 3 N.m (27 lb in)
3	Body Side Window Front Garnish Molding Assembly Tip: Lower end of molding interlocks with upper end of body side lower trim panel.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 63

Scheme 63: Body Side Window Rear Garnish Molding Replacement (Wagon)

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure: Disable the SIR system. Refer to SIR Disabling and Enabling .
1	Inflatable Restraint Airbag Plate
2	Body Side Window Rear Garnish Molding Fastener CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 3 N.m (27 lb in)
3	Body Side Window Rear Garnish Molding Assembly Procedure Grasp molding and pull outward to disengage integral retainers. Disconnect electrical connector, if equipped. Tip: Lower end of molding interlocks with upper end of body side lower trim panel.

CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

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Scheme 64: Pressure Relief Valve Replacement

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedures: Remove the rear fascia. Refer to Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Wagon) or Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement (Sedan) .
1	Quarter Outer Panel Pressure Relief Valve Procedure Use a flat-bladed tool to release the snaps on the pressure relief valve at the two upper and two lower locations. Press the pressure relief valve into the quarter panel until the snaps lock in place at both the upper and lower locations.

Interior Trim System and Paneling Cadillac CTS II