On vehicles equipped with a grab handle:

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2005 Jeep Liberty. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: Grab Handle

Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.

1 - GRAB HANDLE SCREWS (2)

2 - GRAB HANDLE

3 - END CAPS (2)

4 - ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR

Using a trim stick C-4755 or equivalent, remove the grab handle end caps. See Fig 1.
Disconnect the electrical connector, if equipped.
Remove the grab handle screws.
Remove the grab handle and bezel assembly.