Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Buick Regal and 2003 Buick Century. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: When removing a door trim panel or switch plate, the ignition switch must be in the OFF position. This will eliminate the possibility of shorting out the switch if a flat-bladed tool, awl or metal object is used to remove the switch from the harness.

NOTE: Apply protective coating/tape at the insertion point of the small flat-bladed tool in order to prevent damage to the inner door trim panel.

Insert a plastic, flat-bladed tool at the front edge of the switch mounting plate. Press rearward to release the mounting plate retainer and lift up on the front of the plate.
Lift the mounting plate and switch from the trim panel.

Fig 1: Removing Mounting Plate And Switch From Trim Panel

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Disconnect the electrical connector from the power window switch.
Remove the switch from the mounting plate.

Fig 2: Removing Switch From Mounting Plate

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