GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the door handle bezel. Refer to Door Inside Handle Bezel Replacement .
  2. Remove the window handle, if equipped. Refer to Door Window Regulator Handle Replacement .
  3. Remove the power accessory switch panel. Refer to Power Accessory Switch Panel Replacement .
  4. Remove the upper extension of the trim panel. Refer to Upper Extension Trim Panel Replacement .
  5. Remove the manual lock lever from the trim panel using a flat bladed tool.
  6. Remove the trim panel screws.

  7. Object Number: 348452  Size: SH
  8. Remove the courtesy lamp, if equipped. Refer to Door Courtesy Lamp and Reflector Replacement .
  9. Remove the trim panel from the door. Carefully slide the trim panel up in order to release the retainers from the door.
  10. Disconnect the electrical connectors.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 348452  Size: SH
  1. Connect the electrical connectors.
  2. Install the courtesy lamp, if equipped. Refer to Door Courtesy Lamp and Reflector Replacement .
  3. Carefully align the panel, and slide the panel into the retainer slots in order to install the trim panel to the door.
  4. Install the window handle, if equipped. Refer to Door Window Regulator Handle Replacement .
  5. Install the power accessory switch panel. Refer to Power Accessory Switch Panel Replacement .
  6. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  7. Install the trim panel screws.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the trim panel screws to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  9. Install the manual lock lever to the trim panel.
  10. Install the upper extension of the trim panel. Refer to Upper Extension Trim Panel Replacement .
  11. Install the door handle bezel. Refer to Door Inside Handle Bezel Replacement .