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pc -> RE: How to remove door panel on Eclipse? (5/30/2005 7:51:47 PM)
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I can't speak specifically on this vehicle, but I've removed many door panels. Just try to get all the screws out first. Some you will be able to see the heads but others may have a plastic cap as part of the door trim covering them. A small screwdriver should allow you to pry the cap off. Screws are used to hold the door latch, door pull and arm rest. If the car has power windows you will need to remove the switch and unplug the connectors. With manual wind-up there will be a screw there as well. The rest of the panel is held on with plastic pins or clips that are on the outside edge from the window line down. I recommend a panel removal tool which allows you to safely pull the pin or clip off without damaging the panel. The tool has a wide pry with a slot. Just work it up around the clips and pry gently off. You can also use a stiff paint scraper as they wide but thin enough to get between the panel and the door but don't work as well as the tool made for the job. To re-install just carefully position the panel and clips and push the clips back in. Sometimes the pin and retainer in the door come out as one piece (not supposed to) don't worry, just push the whole thing back in, it should hold. Try to keep the plastic liner intact to keep moisture away from the inside panel surface, usually cardboard.
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