Front Door Panel: Service and Repair

Front Door Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required
- KTC trim tool set SOJATP2O14 *
- 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.
- Take care not to scratch the door and related parts.

1. Lower the glass fully.
2. Remove the mirror mount cover.




3. Pull back the inner handle knob (A). Using a trim tool, push on the lower hook (B) and pivot the cover (C) on the upper hooks (D), then remove the cover.




4. Remove the screws, then remove the inner handle (A), and disconnect the inner handle cable (B).




5. Remove the screw from under the pull pocket lid(A).
6. 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 to detach the clips (C).
3. Starting at the rear, pull the door panel upward, then release the lock knob (D).






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




7. Disconnect the courtesy light subharness connector (A), power mirror switch connector (B) (driver's), power window switch connector (C), and power rear window switch connector (D) (driver's).
8. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
- Check if the clips is damaged or stress-whitened, and if necessary, replace them with new ones.
- Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly, and the rod is connected securely.
- Push the clips into place securely.
- When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.