Rendezvous FWD V6-3.4L VIN E (2005)
Rear Door Panel: Service and Repair
Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Rendezvous)
Trim Panel Replacement - Side Rear Door (Rendezvous)
Tools Required
J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the power window switch. Refer to Power Window Switch Replacement. See: Sensors and Switches/Sensors and Switches - Windows and
Glass/Power Window Switch
2. Remove the screws from the rear door trim panel.
3. Use J 38778 in order to remove the rear door trim panel .
4. Disconnect and reroute any electrical harness or connectors.
5. Remove the rear door trim panel.
Installation Procedure
Important: Before installing the rear door trim panel, discard the old trim panel retainers and replace with NEW trim panel retainers.
1. Install the new trim panel retainers to the rear door trim panel.
2. Connect and route the electrical connectors through the openings in the trim panel.
3. Align the trim panel to the inner panel, guiding the door handle through the trim panel.
4. Install the upper edge of the trim panel to the top edge of the inner door panel. Press down firmly until the trim panel is fully seated.
5. Install the trim panel pressing firmly until the retainer clips are fully seated around the perimeter of the trim panel.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
6. Install the screws to the rear door trim panel.
Tighten the screws to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
7. Install the power window switch. Refer to Power Window Switch Replacement. See: Sensors and Switches/Sensors and Switches - Windows and
Glass/Power Window Switch