Front Door Panel: Service and Repair

Door Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
Trim pad remover. Snap-on A177A or equivalent, commercially available.

1. Remove the mirror mount cover. Take care not to scratch the door panel.
2. Remove the inner handle (A). Take care not to scratch the door panel.
1. Pry out the cap (B), and remove the screw.
2. Pull the inner handle forward and out half-way.




3. Disconnect the inner handle rod (C) and power door lock switch connector (D). On driver's side, disconnect the driving position memory switch connector (E).




3. Remove the screw from the armrest portion of the door panel. Release the clips that hold the door panel (A) with a commercially available trim pad remover (B), then remove the door panel by pulling it upward. Remove the door panel with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it.




4. Disconnect the power window switch connector (A), power window main switch connector (B), power mirror switch connector (C) (driver's), security indicator connector (D) (driver's), driver's door sub harness connector (E), and courtesy light bulb socket (passenger's) (F).
5. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Replace any damaged clips.
- Make sure the connectors and courtesy light bulb socket are plugged in properly, and the rod is connected properly.
- Check the window and power door lock operation.