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Interior Trim and Interior Paneling Chevrolet Impala IX

Exterior/interior Trim 21 illustrations ~517 words

Fastener Tightening Specifications

ApplicationSpecification
MetricEnglish
Assist Handle Screw2 N.m18 lb in
Center Pillar Upper Trim Screw2 N.m18 lb in
Headliner Trim Retainer2 N.m18 lb in
Sunshade Screws2 N.m18 lb in
Sunshade Anchor Screws2 N.m18 lb in
Quarter Upper Trim Panel Screw2 N.m18 lb in
Windshield Garnish Molding Screw2 N.m18 lb in

Scheme 1

Scheme 1: Front Side Door Window Switch Bezel Replacement
Scheme 1: Front Side Door Window Switch Bezel Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Front Side Door Armrest Opening Cover
2Front Side Door Armrest Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3Side Window Switch Bezel Procedure Lift upward at the rear edge of the bezel first and slide rearward while lifting to disengage the retaining clips. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the switches. If replacing the switch bezel, transfer all necessary components.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 2

Scheme 2: Upper Extension Trim Panel Replacement
Scheme 2: Upper Extension Trim Panel Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Front Side Door Upper Trim Panel Clip (Qty: 2)
2Front Side Door Upper Trim Panel Assembly Tip: Pull on the top end of extension panel to disengage attaching clips. Lift extension panel out from behind the door trim panel.

Scheme 3

Scheme 3: Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement
Scheme 3: Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the front side door upper trim panel. Refer to Upper Extension Trim Panel Replacement .
1Front Side Door Inside Handle Bezel Cover
2Front Side Door Inside Handle Bezel Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3Armrest Finish Cover
4Front Side Door Pull Handle Screw Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
5Front Side Door Trim Panel Reflector
6Front Side Door Trim Panel Screw Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
7Front Side Door Trim Assembly Procedure Pull upwards on the door lock retainer cable to disengage. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
8Side Door Trim Retainer
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 4

Scheme 4: Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement
Scheme 4: Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Side Door Upper Trim Panel Assembly
2Side Door Upper Trim Clip
3Rear Side Door Inside Handle Bezel Cover
4Rear Side Door Inside Handle Bezel Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
5Armrest Finish Cover
6Rear Side Door Pull Handle Screw Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
7Rear Side Door Trim Panel Reflector
8Rear Side Door Trim Panel Screw Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
9Rear Side Door Trim Assembly Procedure Release the inside door handle cable. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
10Side Door Trim Retainer
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 5

Scheme 5: Rear Side Door Inner Panel Lower Energy Absorber Replacement
Scheme 5: Rear Side Door Inner Panel Lower Energy Absorber Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Preliminary Procedures Remove the interior trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
1Retainer, Push Pin (Qty: 2)
2Absorber, Rear Side Door Energy Tip: Pull the absorber from the door to release the retainers and adhesive.

Scheme 6

Scheme 6: Front Side Door Inner Panel Lower Energy Absorber Replacement
Scheme 6: Front Side Door Inner Panel Lower Energy Absorber Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Preliminary Procedures Remove the interior trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
1Retainer, Push Pin (Qty: 2)
2Absorber, Front Side Door Energy Tip: Pull the absorber from the door to release the retainers and adhesive.

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to «Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement»(/chevrolet/impala/ix-2006-2016/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .
  2. Remove the front door pull handle bracket from the front door inner panel.
  3. Disconnect all of the required electrical connectors.
  4. Remove the inside door handle gasket.
  5. Remove the front door water deflector from the front door inner panel.

Installation Procedure

  1. Align the front door water deflector to the front door inner panel. Secure the water deflector at the corners.
  2. Pull the front door wiring harness leads through the slits in the front door water deflector.
  3. Install the front door water deflector, start pressing the adhesive pattern at the bottom center and working outward and upward in order to prevent puckering.
  4. Install the inside door handle gasket.
  5. Connect all of the required electrical connectors.
  6. Install the front door pull handle bracket to the front door inner panel.
  7. Install the front door trim panel. Refer to «Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement»(/chevrolet/impala/ix-2006-2016/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .
  1. Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to «Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement»(/chevrolet/impala/ix-2006-2016/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .
  2. Remove the rear door pull handle bracket from the rear door inner panel.
  3. Disconnect all of the required electrical connectors.
  4. Remove the inside door handle gasket.
  5. Remove the rear door water deflector from the rear door inner panel.
  1. Align the rear door water deflector to the rear door inner panel. Secure the water deflector at the corners.
  2. Pull the rear door wiring harness leads through the slits in the rear door water deflector.
  3. Install the rear door water deflector, start pressing the adhesive pattern at the bottom center and working outward and upward in order to prevent puckering.
  4. Install the inside door handle gasket.
  5. Connect all of the required electrical connectors.
  6. Install the rear door pull handle bracket to the rear door inner panel.
  7. Install the rear door trim panel. Refer to «Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement»(/chevrolet/impala/ix-2006-2016/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim-and-interior-paneling) .

Scheme 7

Scheme 7: Front Seat Armrest Cup Holder Replacement
Scheme 7: Front Seat Armrest Cup Holder Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Front Seat Cup Holder End Cap (Qty: 2)
2End Cap Retainer Clip (Qty: 8)
3Front Seat Panel Pivot Bolt (Qty: 2) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 3 N.m (25 lb in)
4Front Seat Panel Assembly
5Front Center Seat Cup Holder
6Front Center Seat Cup Holder Clip (Qty: 2)
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 8

Scheme 8: Assist Handle Replacement
Scheme 8: Assist Handle Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Assist Handle Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Assist Handle Assembly
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 9

Scheme 9: Sunshade Replacement
Scheme 9: Sunshade Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Sunshade Assembly Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Sunshade Assembly Tip: Disconnect the electrical connector.
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 10

Scheme 10: Sunshade Anchor Replacement
Scheme 10: Sunshade Anchor Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Sunshade Anchor Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
2Sunshade Anchor
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 11

Scheme 11: Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement
Scheme 11: Windshield Pillar Garnish Molding Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the instrument panel outer trim panels. Refer to Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Right Side or Instrument Panel Outer Trim Cover Replacement - Left Side . Disconnect the windshield garnish molding speaker electrical connector.
1Windshield Side Upper Garnish Screw Cover
2Windshield Side Upper Garnish Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3Windshield Side Upper Garnish Retainer Clip
4Windshield Side Upper Garnish Molding Assembly
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 12

Scheme 12: Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement
Scheme 12: Center Pillar Upper Trim Panel Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedure: Remove the lower center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
1Center Pillar Upper Trim Screw Cover
2Center Pillar Upper Trim Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3Center Pillar Upper Trim Procedure Remove the seat belt D-ring from the adjuster assembly. Pull the trim panel toward the inside of the vehicle to disengage the retainers. Tighten: 42 N.m (31 lb ft)
4Center Pillar Upper Trim Clip
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 13

Scheme 13: Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement
Scheme 13: Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Front and Rear Side Door Opening Retainer Assembly
2Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Assembly

Scheme 14

Scheme 14: Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement
Scheme 14: Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Upper Quarter Upper Trim Panel Screw Cover
2Upper Quarter Upper Trim Panel Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3Upper Quarter Upper Trim Panel Assembly
4Upper Quarter Upper Trim Clip
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .

Scheme 15

Scheme 15: Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Impala)
Scheme 15: Quarter Lower Rear Trim Panel Replacement (Impala)
CalloutComponent Name
Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications . Preliminary Procedure: Remove the lower center pillar trim. Refer to Center Pillar Lower Trim Panel Replacement .
1Quarter Lower Trim Finish Panel Assembly
2Quarter Lower Trim Finish Panel Retainer Clip (Qty: 2)

Scheme 16

Scheme 16: Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement
Scheme 16: Rear Window Shelf Trim Panel Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear quarter upper trim panel. Refer to Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement . Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Impala) . Remove the rear seat belt bolts.
1Rear Window Trim Panel Retainer
2Rear Window Trim Panel Assembly

Scheme 17

Scheme 17: Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement
Scheme 17: Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
1Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Assembly Retainer (Qty: 2)
2Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Assembly
3Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Assembly Retainer (Qty: 4)

Scheme 18

Scheme 18: Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement
Scheme 18: Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim Replacement
CalloutComponent Name
Fastener Tightening Specifications: Refer to Fastener Tightening Specifications .
1Retainer, Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel Trim (Qty: 12)
2Trim, Rear Compartment Lid Inner Panel

Scheme 19

Scheme 19: Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side
Scheme 19: Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Impala) . Remove the rear compartment sill plate. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement .
1Rear Compartment Floor Panel Trim
2Rear Compartment Trim Panel Retainer
3Rear Compartment Side Panel Trim

Scheme 20

Scheme 20: Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side
Scheme 20: Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Right Side
CalloutComponent Name
Preliminary Procedures Remove the rear seat back. Refer to Rear Seat Back Cushion Replacement (Impala) . Remove the rear compartment sill plate. Refer to Rear Compartment Sill Trim Plate Replacement .
1Rear Compartment Floor Panel Trim
2Rear Compartment Trim Panel Retainer
3Rear Compartment Side Panel Trim

Scheme 21

Scheme 21: Front Floor Console Cup Holder Replacement (Impala)
Scheme 21: Front Floor Console Cup Holder Replacement (Impala)
CalloutComponent Name
1Front Floor Console Tip: Remove the front floor console. Refer to Front Floor Console Replacement .
2Front Floor Console Cup Holder Screw (Qty: 3) CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
3Front Floor Console Cup Holder Assembly
CAUTION
Refer to Fastener Caution .
  1. Open the rear compartment.
  2. Remove the rear bumper fascia. Refer to «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement»(/chevrolet/impala/ix-2006-2016/remont/exterior-body-panels/#bumpers-and-fascias) .
  3. Pull back the right rear compartment trim panel as needed.
  4. Use a small, flat-bladed tool to release the snaps on the pressure relief valve. Apply pressure at two upper locations and two lower locations.
  5. Remove the pressure relief valve from the lower quarter panel.
  1. Install the pressure relief valve in the lower quarter panel.
  2. Press the pressure relief valve into the quarter lower panel until the snaps lock into place at the upper and lower locations.
  3. Install the rear compartment trim panel.
  4. Install the rear bumper fascia. Refer to «Rear Bumper Fascia Replacement»(/chevrolet/impala/ix-2006-2016/remont/exterior-body-panels/#bumpers-and-fascias) .
  5. Close the rear compartment.

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