Contents: Removal ⇓ Installation ⇓
Warning. When working inside doors, wear gloves to avoid scratching your hands on the sharp edges of the door panels.
Removal
1. On models with manual windows, remove the window handle (figure 15.1). To do this, place a napkin between the handle and the trim and press on the spring clip from below. There is a special device with a hook for this purpose, although its use is not necessary.
2. Lift the door lock button to open the lock.
3. Remove the screw securing the swirl door handle, as well as the screw located in the upper front corner of the door (figure 15.3, a, b).
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4. Remove the window switch (for models with electric windows) and disconnect its connector (figure 15.4).
5. Remove the screw from the armrest, then remove the remaining screws securing the trim (figure 15.5, a, b). Carefully pull the trim towards you, overcoming the resistance of the clamps. Carefully detach the edges of the trim.
6. After disconnecting the clips, lift the trim up, disconnect all electrical wiring connectors and remove the trim from the vehicle.
7. To gain access to the outside door handle or to the window regulator, raise the window completely and remove the window regulator control unit (if there is one), remove the door bracket and also the speaker (see chapter 12). After this, carefully remove the protective coating.
Installation
8. Before installing the trim, insert all the fasteners into the trim (the clips may fall out or break when removing the trim).
9. Connect the wiring connectors of the central locking switch and the window switches. After this, install the trim in place. Press on the trim in the area of the clips so that they enter the holes in the door. Install the inner handle and tighten the screw that secures it. Install the window switch (if there is one) and the pocket and tighten the screw that secures it. Install the window lift handle (in models with manual windows).