Removing The Left Front Door
WARNING:
Working on 12 V electrical system.
Risk of short circuits! Risk of fire !
Risk of short circuits! Risk of fire !
- Make sure that there is no charger connected to the jump start terminal in the engine compartment.
- Detach battery ground lead from battery.
- For auxiliary batteries: Detach battery minus cables from all auxiliary batteries.
NOTE:
Description is for left component only. Procedure on the right side is identical.
Preliminary work
NOTE:
RISK OF DAMAGE
Mechanical effects.
Paint damage.
Mechanical effects.
Paint damage.
- Mask those working areas at risk with yellow plastic adhesive tape.
- Remove and install heavy or bulky components with the aid of another person/other persons.
- Open door.
- Pull the lock (1) upwards and disconnect the plug connection.
- Secure door against closing.
- Loosen screw (2)
at door stop.
- Loosen screws (1) between both hinge elements at top and bottom.
- Detach door in upward direction and set down on a suitable surface.