Interior Trim Panels

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

The interior trim panels in Mitsubishi Pick-ups and Monteros are held in place with retaining screws and retaining clips. To remove the retaining clips follow this procedure:

1. Use a Phillips screwdriver to push the pin (at the center of the trim clip) inward to a depth of about 0.08 in. (2mm).

   Fig. 1: Trim retaining clip removal procedure

   Fig. 2: Trim retaining clip installation procedure

2. Pull the trim clip outward to remove it.

   WARNING
   Do not push the pin inward more than necessary because it may damage the grommet, or the pin may fall in, if pushed too far.

   When removing a panel, remove any overlapping trim pieces, then remove the trim panel itself. For trim panels which house electrical components, remove slowly to avoid ripping any wires out of their components. Disconnect any wires or tubes from behind the trim panel, then remove the panel from the vehicle.

   Fig. 3: Interior trim components for 1983–95 Pick-ups

   Fig. 4: Interior trim components for the 1992–95 Monteros

   Fig. 5: Interior trim pieces for 2-door 1983–91 Monteros

   Fig. 6: Interior trim pieces for 4-door 1983–91 Monteros

   Fig. 7: Interior trim pieces for 4-door 1983–91 Monteros equipped with sunroofs

   To install:

   Attach any wires or hoses which were disconnected upon removal. Screw the panel in place and install any of the overlapping panels, which were removed. To install the pin clips into the panels, for this procedure:

3. With the pin pulled out, insert the trim clip into the hole in the trim.
4. Push the pin inward until the pin's head is flush with the grommet.
5. Check whether the trim is secure.