Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Insert a flat-bladed tool at the front edge of the door handle bezel. Pull the bezel away from the door to disengage the retaining clips.

Fig 1: Removing Door Handle Bezel Using Screwdriver (Rear Door)

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Use a flat-bladed tool to remove the cover plate from the armrest pull handle.

Fig 2: Removing Pull Handle Cover (Rear Door)

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NOTE: Use a thin walled socket or a Torx® head driver to remove the pull handle screws. Do NOT use a standard socket, which will split the plastic tubes that locate the screws.

Using a thin walled socket or Torx® head driver, remove the screws (1) from the pull handle.

Fig 3: Removing Screws From Pull Handle (Rear Door)

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Beginning at the lower rear of the door, use J 38778 to disengage the trim panel from the rear door inner panel.
Lift the trim panel to disengage the channel at the top edge and to clear the door lock button.

Fig 4: Door Trim Panel & Pull Handle (Rear Door)

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If equipped, disconnect the electrical connector for the power window switch.
Remove the rear door trim panel from the vehicle.