Front Door Panel: Service and Repair

Front Door Panel Removal/Installation

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

* Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program

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

1. Lower the glass fully.




2. Using the appropriate trim tool, pry out on the rear portion of the cover (A) to release the hooks (B, C), then remove the cover and the screws securing the inner handle (D).




3. Remove the power window switch panel (A).
1. Using the appropriate trim tool pry up on the rear edge of the switch panel tape to release the rear clip.
2. Pull out along the edge of the panel to release the hooks (B) and front clip.
3. Disconnect the power mirror switch connector (C) (driver's) and the power window switch connector (D).




4. Remove the door panel (A) with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it.
1. Remove the screws (B).
2. Use a commercially available trim pad remover (C) to detach the clips (D).
3. Starting at the rear, pull the door panel upward, then release the lock knob (E).

NOTE: To avoid damaging components inside the door, do not use excessive force when rainsing the panel.




5. Disconnect the inner handle cable (A) from the inner handle (B).




6. Disconnect the courtesy light bulb connector (A) and the driving position memory switch connector (B), then remove the door panel (C). Take care not to bend the cable.




7. If necessary, remove the screws securing the inner handle (A), then remove the handle from the door panel (B).
8. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check if the clips are damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly, and that the cable and the bulb socket are connected properly.
- Make sure the window and power door lock operate properly.
- Driver's: Do the power window control unit reset procedure.
- When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.
- Check for water leaks.