FRONT AND REAR DOOR TRIM PANEL REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION

Models/Years 1986 Calais Sedan

When removing door trim panels on 1986 Calais sedans, screws which are located behind the trim panel carpet must be loosened prior to removing the trim panel or damage to the trim panel will occur. The front door trim panel has one screw located under the carpet near the rear of the trim panel. The rear door has two screws beneath the carpet, one near the front of the trim panel and one near the rear of the trim panel. Follow the procedures listed below for the proper removal and installation of subject screws.

Removal

1. After all other trim panel attachments have been removed, remove staples retaining carpet to trim panel for a distance of approximately 4" from the rear edge of the front door trim panel if servicing front door components or 4" from the front edge and 4" from the rear edge of the trim panel if servicing the rear door. See Figure 1 for front door trim panel. See Figure 2 for rear door trim panel.

2. Fold carpet back to expose screw(s) and remove screws.

3. Trim panel can now be removed by following the procedure provided in the GM Body Service Manual.

Installation

1. Install trim panel to door inner panel as specified in the GM Body Service Manual.

2. Install screws removed in Step 2 of removal procedure.

3. The carpet can now be installed to the trim panel using trim adhesive and following manufacturer's instructions.

4. Install all other trim attachments previously removed in Step 1 of removal procedure.

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