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Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement Hatchback

Tools Required

J 21104-B (KM 475-B) Weatherstrip Remover Universal

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1248473  Size: SH
  1. Lower the front window.
  2. Remove the door pull screw.
  3. Remove the inside door handle.
  4. Remove the screws at the base of the trim panel.

  5. Object Number: 1248474  Size: SH
  6. Pry off the trim panel using the trim remover J 21104-B  (1).

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1248475  Size: SH
  1. Install the trim panel.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the screws at the base of the trim panel.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the trim panel screws to 3.5 N·m (31 lb in).

  5. Install the inside door handle.

  6. Object Number: 1248473  Size: SH
  7. Install the door pull screw.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the door pull screw to 3.5 N·m (31 lb in).

  9. Raise the window.

Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement Notchback

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1720604  Size: SH
  1. Lower the front window.
  2. Remove the window regulator handle, if equipped.
  3. Remove the door pull screws.
  4. Using a flat-bladed tool, gently pry off the inside door pull handle cover.

  5. Object Number: 1721765  Size: SH
  6. Pry off the trim panel.
  7. Disconnect the necessary electrical connectors, if equipped.

Installation Procedure

  1. Connect the necessary electrical connectors, if equipped.

  2. Object Number: 1721765  Size: SH
  3. Install the trim panel.

  4. Object Number: 1720604  Size: SH
  5. Install the door pull screw.
  6. Install the door pull trim cover.
  7. Install the window regulator handle, if equipped.
  8. Raise the window.