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Trim Panel

Front Door Trim Panel:




Front Door Trim Panel Courtesy Lamp:






Tool Required:
J 38778 Trim Panel Remover

Remove or Disconnect

1. Door handle bezel.
2. Window regulator handle (if equipped).
3. Power accessory mounting panel wiring connector (if equipped with power accessories).
4. Trim Panel Upper Extension.
5. Trim panel armrest screws.
^ Carefully pry off trim panel armrest screw cover with a flat blade tool to access screw.
6. Trim panel from the door.
^ Carefully pry the retainers from their seats using J 38778.
^ Disconnect courtesy light connector (if equipped).
7. Courtesy Lamp lens or reflector.
8. Retainers from trim panel.
^ Pull retainers from slot.

Install or Connect

1. Retainers to trim panel.
^ Push retainer from slot.
2. Courtesy lamp lens or reflector.
3. Trim panel to the door.
^ Align retainers with holes in door. Carefully apply pressure to seat retainers.
4. Window regulator handle (if equipped).
5. Power accessory switch mounting panel (if equipped with power accessories).
6. Trim panel arm rest screw.

Tighten
^ Trim panel armrest screw to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
^ Insert screw cover.

7. Trim Panel Upper Extension.
8. Door handle bezel.