Removing rear door panel
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Porsche Macan and 2017 Porsche Macan. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
- The number of fastening screws, fixing clips, plug connections, holders and trim panels can vary depending on equipment .
- The illustrations for removing and installing the drive mechanism are shown only on one equipment variant and may differ from the actual equipment variant .
- Some steps must be carried out automatically .
- Some of the repair illustrations show only one side of the vehicle .
Installation position
- Unclip cover -1-
on door opener using a suitable tool.
Cover on door opener
- Unscrew and remove fastening screws -1-
on door panel.
Door panel mounting
- Unclip door light or reflector -1-
using a suitable tool and disconnect plug connection.
Light in door panel
- Unscrew and remove fastening screw -1-
at the bottom of the trim panel.
Mounting at bottom of door
- Guide door panel up out of the bracket and swivel it forward.
- Disengage cable for door opener.
Disengaging cable for door opener
- 6.1. Spread locking lugs outwards -A- .
- 6.2. Remove cable by pulling it to the rear out of the guide -2- (-B- ).
- 6.3. Swivel cable in direction of arrow until the driver at the front is free -C- .
- 6.4. Remove driver from the door opener -D- .
- Release and disconnect plug connection for wire harness at the door control unit.