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For 1990-2009 cars only

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1335817  Size: SH
  1. Remove the door lock knob (1) by turning it counterclockwise.

  2. Object Number: 1276297  Size: SH
  3. Using a flat-bladed plastic tool and gently pry to remove the door handle bezel.

  4. Object Number: 1276286  Size: SH
  5. Remove the pull handle bezel fastener.

  6. Object Number: 1150212  Size: SH
  7. Remove the pull handle bezel.

  8. Object Number: 1276282  Size: SH
  9. Remove the 2 fasteners that retain the door trim panel to the door.
  10. Use the J 38778 to release the plastic retainers around the door trim panel.

  11. Object Number: 1150264  Size: SH
  12. Lift up on the door trim panel to disengage the door trim panel clips to the door structure.

  13. Object Number: 1335827  Size: SH
  14. Disconnect the electrical connector.
  15. Remove the door trim panel from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1335827  Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connector (1).

  2. Object Number: 1150264  Size: SH
  3. Install the door trim panel to the door structure.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.


    Object Number: 1276282  Size: SH
  5. Install the door trim panel fasteners.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 1150212  Size: SH
  7. Install the pull handle bezel.

  8. Object Number: 1276286  Size: SH
  9. Install the pull handle bezel fastener.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the fastener to 2 N·m (18 lb in).


    Object Number: 1276297  Size: SH
  11. Install the door handle bezel to the door trim panel.

  12. Object Number: 1335817  Size: SH
  13. Install the door lock knob (1) by turning the knob clockwise.