Trim Panel: Removal

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Dodge Dakota and 2003 Dodge Dakota. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Roll window down.
Remove window crank (Fig 1 ), if equipped.
Remove screws attaching trim panel to door (Fig 2 ) and (Fig 3 ).
CAUTION: Do not forcibly pull trim panel from door, damage to trim panel may occur.
Simultaneously lift upward and outward to release retainer steps from inner door panel (Fig 4 ).
Disengage inside handle linkage rod from inside handle.
Disconnect speaker harness wire connector (Figure ).
Disengage clips attaching power window/lock switch panel to door trim panel. Disengage wire connector from switch panel, if equipped (Figure ).
Separate door trim panel from vehicle.

Fig 1: Removing Window Crank-Typical
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Fig 2: Removing Door Trim Panel
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Fig 3: Removing Trim Panel Screw
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Fig 4: Removing Trim Panel Retainer
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