Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement

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Fig 1: View Of Front Side Door Trim Panel Assembly & Components

Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

Callout	Component Name
Preliminary Procedure Remove the door upper trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Upper Extension (Escalade) or Trim Panel Replacement - Upper Extension (Tahoe/Yukon) . Remove the door window control switch. Refer to Door Lock and Side Window Switch Replacement - Driver and Door Lock and Side Window Switch Replacement - Passenger .
1	Detent Tab
2	Front Side Door Locking Rod Knob Assembly Tip: Lower the window. Ensure the locking rod is in the unlocked position. Use a flat-bladed tool to disengage the detent tab and then remove the knob by pulling upward. When re-installing, push the knob down until the detent tab touches the locking rod opening cover. Push the detent tab in to lock the knob to the locking rod.
3	Front Side Door Trim Panel Cover
4	Front Side Door Trim Panel Cover Retainers (Qty: 3)
5	Front Side Door Inside Handle Bezel Cover
6	Front Side Door Trim Panel Bolts (Qty: 3) NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice . Tighten: 2 N.m (18 lb in)
7	Front Side Door Trim Panel Assembly Tip: Disconnect the electrical connectors. There are 2 hooks located on the lower portion of the door trim panel that are being used for manufacturing installation ONLY. If these hooks are damaged during either removal or installation of the door trim panel, replacement of the panel is not required. When installing the trim panel start at the lock knob, pushing down and outward moving toward the upper front.
8	Front Side Door Cable Retainer Tip: Pull upward to disengage.
9	Front Side Door Trim Panel Retainers (Qty: 12)