Note: The image shows a left-hand drive (LHD) vehicle, while the right-hand drive (RHD) vehicle is symmetrical.
When removing components, use an upholstery tool kit or similar.
1. Lower the door glass completely.
2. Remove the mirror mounting cover.
3. Using a convenient tool, press the rear hook A and lower the inner handle cap B down onto the front hook C, then remove the cap and unscrew the screws securing the inner handle D.
4. Remove the screw from under the tension compartment cover A.
5. Remove door panel A, bending it as little as possible to avoid dents and damage.
Starting at the bottom edge of the door panel, release the tabs (B, C) located just above the D marks on the edge of the panel with a commercially available trim fastener removal tool.
Disconnect the top clamps.
Starting from the back, pull the door panel up.
Note: To avoid damaging the connection of the inner handle E, lock cable F and inner handle cable G), do not pull the panel upward with force.
6. While holding the door panel A, disconnect the inner handle cable B, the locking cable C and the electric mirror switch connector D (from the driver's side), window switch connector E, then unhook the door wire harness clamp F and remove the door panel. Be careful not to bend the cables.
7. Remove the screws (A, B) securing the inner handle C.
8. If necessary, release the hooks A, then remove the interior handle trim panel B and the handle C from the door panel D.
9. Perform panel installation operations in the reverse order of removal, observing the following:
Check the cable clamps and retainers for damage or stress whitening and replace them with new ones if necessary.
During replacement, it is necessary to secure the lock cable A with the lock B, setting the lock to the unlocked position, as shown in the figure.
Make sure the connector block is properly connected and the cables are securely attached.
Make sure the window and door electric lock are working properly.