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Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement

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Fig 1: Front Side Door Trim
GM1828983Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name
1 Front Side Door Locking Rod Knob
2 Front Side Door Pull Handle Plate
3 Front Side Door Pull Handle Screw
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:  2.5 N.m (22 lb in)

4 Front Side Door Trim Panel Retainer (Qty: 8)
5 Front Side Door Armrest Retainer Clip (Qty: 2)
6 Front Side Door Trim Panel Assembly
Tip: 
  1. Use a J 38778  Door Trim Clip Remover to aid in the removal of the door trim panel.
  2. After releasing all the retainers along the outer perimeter of the door trim panel, hold the panel away from the door and lift up to disengage the 2 clips that anchor the armrest into the door sheet metal.
  3. Prior to re-installing door trim panel, re-attach the 2 armrest clips to door sheet metal.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connectors.