Sliding Door Interior Trim Panel: Service and Repair

Sliding Door Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
Trim pad remover. Snap-on A177A, or equivalent, commercially available.

1. For EX and EX-L models: Disable the power sliding doors by turning off the main switch.







2. Release the clips that hold the front and rear upper trim (A, B) with a commercially available trim pad remover (C), release the hooks (D), and remove the trim. Remove the trim pieces with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or breaking them.




3. Remove the inner handle (A) by pulling the clip (B) out with a wire hook (C).




4. Pry out the cap (A), and remove the screw. Release the clips that hold the door panel (B) with the trim pad remover used in step 1, then remove the door panel. Remove the door panel with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it.
5. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Replace any damaged clips.
- Push the clips into place securely.

6. For EX and EX-L models: Re-home the power sliding doors.