Removal [08/2013 - ]

HINT: 

• Use the same procedure for the LH side and RH side.
• The following procedure is for the LH side.

1. PRECAUTION 
   NOTE:

   After turning the power switch off, waiting time may be required before disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery negative (-) terminal. Therefore, make sure to read the disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery negative (-) terminal notices before proceeding with work. Refer to PRECAUTION [08/2013 - ] .

2. REMOVE LUGGAGE TRIM SERVICE HOLE COVER  . Refer to REMOVAL [08/2013 - ] - Step 2
3. DISCONNECT CABLE FROM AUXILIARY BATTERY NEGATIVE TERMINAL 
   WARNING:

   Wait at least 90 seconds after disconnecting the cable from the auxiliary battery negative (-) terminal to disable the SRS system.

   NOTE:

   When disconnecting the cable, some systems need to be initialized after the cable is reconnected. Refer to INITIALIZATION [08/2013 - ] .

4. REMOVE FRONT DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL PLUG  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 4
5. REMOVE MULTIPLEX NETWORK MASTER SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH FRONT DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL (for Driver Side)  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 5
6. REMOVE POWER WINDOW REGULATOR SWITCH ASSEMBLY WITH FRONT DOOR ARMREST BASE PANEL (for Front Passenger Side)  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 6
7. REMOVE DOOR PULL HANDLE COVER  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 7
8. REMOVE COURTESY LIGHT ASSEMBLY  . Refer to REMOVAL [08/2013 - ] - Step 1
9. REMOVE FRONT DOOR NO. 1 STIFFENER CUSHION  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 9
10. REMOVE FRONT DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 10
11. REMOVE FRONT DOOR INNER GLASS WEATHERSTRIP  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 11
12. REMOVE DOOR SIDE AIRBAG SENSOR (w/ Occupant Classification System)  . Refer to REMOVAL [08/2013 - ] - Step 11
13. REMOVE FRONT DOOR ARMREST SET BRACKET  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 22
14. REMOVE FRONT DOOR SERVICE HOLE COVER  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 23
15. REMOVE FRONT DOOR GLASS SUB-ASSEMBLY  . Refer to DISASSEMBLY [08/2013 - ] - Step 24
16. REMOVE FRONT DOOR BELT MOLDING ASSEMBLY 
    1. Put protective tape around the front door belt molding assembly.
       Fig 1: Identifying Front Door Belt Molding Assembly Clips And Protective Tape

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       *1	Protective Tape

    2. Using a screwdriver with the tip wrapped with protective tape, disengage the 6 claws and guide and remove the front door belt molding assembly.