Abstract: A trim component for mounting to a structural member of an automotive vehicle presenting an edge including a body adapted to be fixedly mounted to the structural member and extending substantially along the length thereof. The body presents a primary surface facing the interior of the vehicle and a contoured mounting surface disposed opposite the primary surface and corresponding to the shape of the structural member. The contoured mounting surface includes a plate disposed adjacent the edge presented by the structural member when the trim component is mounted thereto.

Abstract: An improved structure is provided for supporting pillars of automotive vehicles which provides energy absorption through provision of a pair of energy absorbing chambers (52,50) defined by an interior trim pillar (28) and interior (26) and exterior (24) panels forming the "A" pillar of a vehicle (10), respectively. Energy absorbing media (30), such as springs (76,78,86), elongated tubes (84) and viscous fluids are taught for use as energy absorbers.

Abstract: A mounting assembly for rear seat backs of automobiles is provided which permits the horizontal positioning of a seat back with respect to a vertical body panel to effect snap fit insertion of a plurality of clips carried on the rear of the seat back frame into apertures formed through the vertical body panel.