How do you remove these interior molding trim pieces?

[Nikegolf]

How do you remove these interior molding trim clips? I am removing the 3rd row interior trim panels and these are sprinkled throughout. Have not found a good way to get them off and cannot find anything online. Thanks in advance!

 

[Big Mama]

I’ve never seen this fastener before with that extra arm but most either have you use a pick tool to either push down or lift up the center pin then use a panel tool to lift out the fasteners. A tip is to get some extras before you get frustrated and pry the whole thing up with a panel remover.

 

[Nikegolf]

I’ve never seen this fastener before with that extra arm but most either have you use a pick tool to either push down or lift up the center pin then use a panel tool to lift out the fasteners. A tip is to get some extras before you get frustrated and pry the whole thing up with a panel remover.

Appreciate the insight!

 

[Doubeleive]

pictures of how it is being used may be helpfull the protruding red release clip appears to key here.
I did not see any red clips like this at all in my wifes 2016 suburban nor my 2018 silverado
did you post in the correct section? what year is your vehicle?

 

[Nikegolf]

pictures of how it is being used may be helpfull the protruding red release clip appears to key here.
I did not see any red clips like this at all in my wifes 2016 suburban nor my 2018 silverado
did you post in the correct section? what year is your vehicle?

Here are some photos of the clips. I am trying to install a 3rd row seat in the rear.. It’s in a 2019 Tahoe LS. I ended up just pulling fairly hard, probably not the right way to remove, but it worked. Thinking there’s got to be a better way.

 

[Doubeleive]

Here are some photos of the clips. I am trying to install a 3rd row seat in the rear.. It’s in a 2019 Tahoe LS. I ended up just pulling fairly hard, probably not the right way to remove, but it worked. Thinking there’s got to be a better way.

I see, no they just clip in, the red top part appears to just be a new way they are put on/replaced at the factory. previous designs vary from a christmas tree design to a more robust plastic clip which is prone to break or held in with a metal jaw that would tear the plastic up.

 

[Nikegolf]

I see, no they just clip in, the red top part appears to just be a new way they are put on/replaced at the factory. previous designs vary from a christmas tree design to a more robust plastic clip which is prone to break or held in with a metal jaw that would tear the plastic up.

Appreciate the info! So is pulling these as you normally would for a different clip type still the right move most likely?

 

[Doubeleive]

Appreciate the info! So is pulling these as you normally would for a different clip type still the right move most likely?

ya just pry up and out with a plastic trim tool so you don't damage the plastic, beware of any hidden screws, if it won't come loose take a better look they like to hide them behind plastic covers or inset with other things like coat hooks. If it won't come loose with moderate force then something is holding it.

 

[Nikegolf]

ya just pry up and out with a plastic trim tool so you don't damage the plastic, beware of any hidden screws, if it won't come loose take a better look they like to hide them behind plastic covers or inset with other things like coat hooks. If it won't come loose with moderate force then something is holding it.

Thanks so much! That’s really helpful!