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Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 524470  Size: SH
  1. Remove the upper door trim panel.
  2. 1.1. Use theJ 38778 in order to release the retainer at the top of the upper door trim panel.
    1.2. Lift the upper door trim panel upwards to remove.
    1.3. Disconnect the wire harness from the tweeter.

    Object Number: 470114  Size: SH
  3. Remove the insulator (4).
  4. Remove the door trim panel to gain access to the power mirror wire harness connector (2). Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  5. Disconnect the power mirror wire harness electrical connector (2).
  6. Disconnect the wire harness from the retainer clip and the door module.
  7. Remove the mirror fasteners.
  8. Remove the mirror (1) from the door.
  9. Pull the wiring harness through the hole (3) in the mirror patch.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 470114  Size: SH
  1. Route the mirror wiring harness (2) through the hole (3) in the mirror patch.
  2. Install the mirror (1) into the door frame.
  3. 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 mirror fasteners.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten the mirror fasteners, in this order; top, forward, rear, to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  6. Install the insulator (4).

  7. Object Number: 493262  Size: SH
  8. Install the mirror wire harness into the retainer clip (1).
  9. Attach the wire clip (1) to the door module (3).
  10. Connect the power mirror electrical connector (2) to the door module.
  11. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .

  12. Object Number: 441757  Size: SH

    Important: Use a new push in fastener when reinstalling the upper door trim panel. This will prevent the upper door trim panel from rattling against the door frame.

  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.
    9.3. Insert the push in retainer into the door.