Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Pontiac Montana, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette, and 2002 Chevrolet Venture. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the side door molding. Refer to Molding Replacement - Body Side Door (Oldsmobile) or Molding Replacement - Body Side Door (Pontiac) .CAUTION: Refer to SAFETY GLASSES CAUTION .
- To release the push-in retainers, perform the following steps:
- 2.1. Drill a 3 mm (0.125 in) hole into the center locking pin of the push-in retainer.
- 2.2. Install a 3 mm (0.125 in) screw into the center locking pin of the push-in retainer.
- 2.3. Use a pair of pliers to pull out the screw and unlock the push-in retainer.
- Use a J 25070
to heat the upper edge of the molding retainer. Use a circular motion 152 mm (6 in) from the retainer for 30 seconds.NOTE: Refer to EXTERIOR TRIM EMBLEM REMOVAL NOTICE .
- Use a plastic flat-bladed tool to remove the retainer from the outer door panel.