Special Tools

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

1. Remove the cover in the armrest pull cup.
2. Remove the armrest pull cup screws.
3. Remove the screw cover from the inside door handle. Remove the screw.
4. Slide the J 38778 behind the door trim extension panel. Press out to free the retainer.



5. Starting at the door bottom, use the J 38778 to disengage the retainers from the door trim panel.
6. Lift the trim panel up to release the top edge and move it away from the door to expose the inside door handle lock rod.
7. Using needle nose pliers, compress the plastic connector on the cable end to release the cable from the door panel.
8. Disconnect the door handle cable end from the door handle.



9. Disconnect the electrical connector to the door electric harness. Pinch the release tabs and lift the cam lock and separate the connector.
10. Remove the front door trim panel from the vehicle.

1. Connect the electrical connector to the door electric harness. Press the cam lock in to secure the connector.
2. Connect the door handle cable to the door handle.



3. Position the top of the trim panel at the window opening and press down.
4. Align the fasteners into the holes in the door metal.
5. Firmly press the door panel to seat the fasteners.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

6. Install the armrest pull cup screws.

Tighten
Tighten the screws to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

7. Install the inside door handle screw.

Tighten
Tighten the screw to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

8. Install the screw cover.