Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement Pontiac

1. Remove the power window switch, if equipped. Refer to Front Side Door Window Switch Replacement .
2. Remove the door trim panel screw (1) through the switch bezel opening.
3. Remove the regulator handle, if equipped. Refer to Door Window Regulator Handle Replacement .
4. Remove the door handle bezel. Refer to Door Handle Bezel Replacement .
5. Remove the screw (3) from the access hole in the rear door arm-rest pull handle.
6. Remove the rear door warning reflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Warning Reflector Replacement .
7. Remove the door trim panel screw (2) through the rear door warning reflector opening.
8. Disengage the retaining clips in order to remove the door trim panel from the door.

1. Install the trim panel by engaging the retaining clips to the door.

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.

2. Install the door trim panel screw (2) through the rear door warning reflector opening.

Tighten
Tighten the door trim panel screw (2) to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

3. Install the rear door warning reflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Warning Reflector Replacement .
4. Install the screw (3) through the access hole in the rear door arm-rest pull handle.

Tighten
Tighten the door trim panel screw (3) to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

5. Install the door handle bezel. Refer to Door Handle Bezel Replacement .
6. Install the regulator handle, if equipped. Refer to Door Window Regulator Handle Replacement .
7. Install the door trim panel screw (1) through the switch bezel opening.

Tighten
Tighten the door trim panel screw (1) to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

8. Install the power window switch, if equipped. Refer to Front Side Door Window Switch Replacement .

Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement Oldsmobile

Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

1. Remove the power window switch, if equipped. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Switch Replacement .
2. Remove the window regulator handle, if equipped. Refer to Door Window Regulator Handle Replacement .



3. Remove the door panel screw through the switch bezel opening.



4. Using J 38778 and starting at the door bottom, disengage the door trim panel retainers.
5. Lift up on the trim panel to disengage the panel from the inner belt molding.
6. Remove the door trim panel (1) from the door.

1. Position the trim panel on the inside belt molding and press down.



2. Install the rear door trim panel (1) to the door, pressing into place until the retainers are fully seated.



3. Install the door panel screw through the switch bezel opening.
4. Install the regulator handle, if equipped. Refer to Door Window Regulator Handle Replacement .
5. Install the power window switch. Refer to Rear Side Door Window Switch Replacement .