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Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover

Removal Procedure

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

  2. Object Number: 441757  Size: SH
  3. Remove the upper door trim panel (1).
  4. 2.1. Use the J 38778 in order to release the retainer at the top of the upper door trim panel.
    2.2. Lift upwards to remove.
    2.3. Disconnect the wire harness to the tweeter.

    Object Number: 441755  Size: SH
  5. Use the J 38778 in order to release the retainers (2) around the outside edges of the door trim panel.
  6. Slide the door trim panel upwards to release the armrest pull cup retainers (1).
  7. Disconnect the door trim panel wiring harness.
  8. Remove the armrest pull cup retainers (1) from the inside of the door trim panel.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 442166  Size: SH
  1. Install the armrest pull cup retainers into the supports on the inner door panel.
  2. Connect the door wire harness to the door trim panel wire harness.

  3. Object Number: 441755  Size: SH
  4. Align the center of the door trim panel to the armrest pull cup retainers (1).

  5. Object Number: 442162  Size: SH
  6. Push outwards at the center of the door trim panel until two engagement clicks are heard.
  7. Pull on the arm rest to assure proper attachment.

  8. Object Number: 441755  Size: SH
  9. Secure the door trim panel around the outside edges with the retainers (2).
  10. Insert the top door trim panel retainer into the channel in the window inner belt seal strip by exerting outward pressure just below the upper edge of the door trim panel.
  11. Install the inside door handle bezel. Refer to Door Inside Handle Bezel Replacement .

  12. Object Number: 441757  Size: SH
  13. Install the upper door trim panel (1).
  14. 9.1. Connect the wire harness to the tweeter.
    9.2. Insert the tabs into the slots on the door trim panel.
    9.3. Insert the retainer into the hole in the door frame.