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Removal Procedure

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  1. Remove the screws that retain the inside handle bezel (1) to the door.
    Fig 1: Removing Sliding Door Inside Handle Bezel
    G01566930Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Pull in order to disengage the clips (2) and remove the inside handle bezel (1).
  3. Remove the garnish molding. Refer to GARNISH MOLDING REPLACEMENT - SLIDING DOOR in Interior Trim.
  4. Use J 38778  in order to release the trim panel retainers.
  5. Remove the sliding door trim panel.
    Fig 2: Removing/Installing Sliding Door Trim Panel
    G01566931Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.