GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Door Trim Plate Replacement Manual Windows

Tools Required

J 9886-01 Door Handle Clip Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 5087  Size: SH
  1. Remove the window regulator handle using the J 9886-01 .

  2. Object Number: 333940  Size: SH
  3. Remove the window regulator handle bezel (4).
  4. Remove the screws that retain the front door trim plate to the door panel.
  5. Pull the bottom of the front door trim plate out in order to remove the retainers on the front door trim plate from the front door trim panel (1).
  6. Remove the front door trim plate from the slots in the front door trim panel.
  7. Remove the front door trim plate from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 333940  Size: SH
  1. Install the front door trim plate to the front door trim panel (1).
  2. Install the front door trim plate to the slots in the front door trim panel (1).
  3. Align the retainers on the front door trim plate to the slots in the front door trim panel (1).

    Press the trim plate into position.

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  4. Install the screws that retain the front door trim plate to the front door trim panel (1).
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in).

  6. Install the window regulator handle bezel (4).
  7. Install the window regulator handle (2).

Door Trim Plate Replacement Power Windows

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the inside door handle bezel. Refer to Door Inside Handle Bezel Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 333935  Size: SH
  3. Remove the screws (4) that retain the front door trim plate (3) to the door panel.
  4. Pull the bottom of the front door trim plate (3) out in order to remove the retainers on the front door trim plate from the front door trim panel (5).
  5. Remove the front door trim plate from the slots in the front door trim panel.
  6. Disconnect the electrical connectors (1, 2) from the switches on the front door trim plate.
  7. Remove the front door trim plate (3) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 333935  Size: SH
  1. Install the front door trim plate (3) to the front door trim panel (5).
  2. Connect the electrical connectors (1,2) to the switches on the front door trim plate (3).
  3. Install the front door trim plate (3) to the slots in the front door trim panel (5).
  4. Align the retainers on the front door trim plate (3) to the slots in the front door trim panel (5).

    Press the trim plate into position.

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  5. Install the screws (4) that retain the front door trim plate (3) to the front door trim panel (5).
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the screw that retains the front door trim plate to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in)

  7. Install the inside door handle bezel. Refer to Door Inside Handle Bezel Replacement .

Door Trim Plate Replacement Side/ Rear Door

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the inside door handle bezel. Refer to Door Inside Handle Bezel Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 334009  Size: SH
  3. Remove the screws that retain the side front door trim plate to the side front door.
  4. Remove the side front door trim plate from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 334009  Size: SH
  1. Install the side front door trim plate to the vehicle.
  2. Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  3. Install the screws that retain the side front door trim plate to the side front door.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the screw that retain the front door trim plate to 1.9 N·m (17 lb in)

  5. Install the inside door handle bezel. Refer to Door Inside Handle Bezel Replacement .