Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Front Side Door Trim Panel

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

Callout	Component Name
1	Front Side Door Inside Handle Bezel Cover
2	Front Side Door Inside Handle Screw CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution . Tighten 3 N.m (25 lb in)
3	Front Side Door Trim Panel Procedure Use a J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover to aid in the removal of the side door trim panel. After releasing all the retainers along the outer perimeter of the door trim panel, hold the panel away from the door and lift up on the panel to disengage the 2 clips that anchor the armrest into the door sheet metal. Prior to reinstalling door trim panel, reattach the two armrest clips to the door sheet metal. Disconnect the inside door handle linkage. Disconnect the electrical connectors. If the door window switch module is replaced with the door trim, the module must be re-programmed. Refer to Control Module References . Special Tools J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover
4	Door Trim Panel Retainer (Qty: 9)