Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement. Pontiac Sun Runner - 4WD (Canada) 1998

For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the screw which secures the rear side door inside handle.
3. Gently pry the rear side door inside handle from the door trim panel.
4. Remove the 2 screws which secure the armrest (5), if equipped.
5. Remove the armrest (5) from the door, if equipped.
6. Remove the screw which secures the pull handle case (3), if equipped.
7. Use a cloth in order to pull off the snap ring of the regulator handle (1).
8. Remove the regulator handle (1).
9. Gently pry the door trim panel away from the door by disengaging the plastic retainers.
10. Rotate the door trim panel (2) 90 degrees counterclockwise.
11. Pull the door trim panel (2) away from the door in order to gain access to the power window electrical connector, if equipped.
12. Disconnect the power window electrical connector, if equipped.
13. Remove the door trim panel (2) from the vehicle.

### Installation Procedure

1. Position the door trim panel (2) to the door.
2. Connect the power window electrical connectors if equipped.
3. Press the door trim panel (2) plastic retainers into place. Ensure the plastic retainers are fully engaged.
4. Install the snap ring to the regulator handle (4).
5. Install the regulator handle (4) to the door.
6. Ensure the regulator handle is at a 45 degree angle when the window is fully closed.
7. Install the pull handle case (3), if equipped. Secure the pull handle case with the screw.
8. Install the armrest (5) to the door, if equipped. Secure the armrest to the door with the 2 screws.
9. Install the rear side door inside handle to the door. Secure the inside handle with the screw.