Rear Door Panel: Service and Repair

Rear Door Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
- Trim pad remover. Snap-on A 177A, or equivalent, commercially available.
- KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014

NOTE: Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage when prying components.

1. Lower the glass fully.




2. Remove the inner handle (A). Take care not to scratch the door panel.
1. Using a trim tool, pry out the upper portion of the cover (B) to release the hooks (C, D), then remove the cover.
2. Remove the screws.
3. Pull the inner handle forward and out half-way to release the hook (E).
4. Disconnect the inner handle rod (F).




3. Remove the door quarter inner trim (A). Take care not to scratch the door.
1. Using a trim tool, insert it next to the pin, and detach the pin by prying on the trim while holding the hook area. Take care not to break the hooks (B).
2. Pull the trim forward to release the hooks.




4. Remove the clip from the door quarter inner trim mounting portion.




5. Remove the screws from under the armrest.




6. Remove the switch panel (A).
1. Insert a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with protective tape through a hole under the armrest, and push up the back of the panel to release the rear hook (B).
2. Pull out along the edge of the panel to release the hooks (C) and clip.
3. Disconnect the power window switch connector (D).




7. Remove the door panel (A) with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it.
1. Release the clips that hold the door panel with a commercially available trim pad remover (B).
2. Starting at the rear, pull the door panel upward, then release the lock knob (C).




8. From the back of the door panel, detach the harness clip (A).
9. Install the panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Replace any damaged clips.
- Make sure the connector is plugged in properly and the rod is connected properly.
- Push the clips into place securely.
- Check the window operation.