Tools Required

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover

1. Remove the accessory switch panel.
2. Remove the inside handle bezel. Refer to Door Inside Handle Bezel Replacement .
3. Remove the window regulator handle and spacer, if equipped.
4. Remove the outside rearview mirror bezel. Refer to Outside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
5. Remove the side door armrest bolts (2).

Important: To avoid breaking the trim panel fasteners be sure to insert the J 38778 between the male fastener which is attached to the door trim panel and the female retainer which is in the door. Do not insert the J 38778 between the female retainer and the door.

6. Remove the front side door trim from the door inner panel.
7. Pull the side door trim up from the door, making sure the hooks release from the holes in the door inner.
8. Disconnect the door speaker electrical connectors.
9. Remove the courtesy lamp socket from the door trim.

1. Install the courtesy lamp socket to the door trim.
2. Connect the door speaker electrical connectors.
3. Pull the side door trim up from the door, making sure the hooks release from the holes in the door inner.
4. Install the front side door trim to the door inner panel.

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.

5. Install the side door armrest bolts (2).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 5 N·m (44 lb in).

6. Install the outside rearview mirror bezel. Refer to Outside Rearview Mirror Replacement .
7. Install the window regulator handle and spacer, if equipped.
8. Install the inside handle bezel. Refer to Door Inside Handle Bezel Replacement .
9. Install the accessory switch panel.