DeVille Concours V8-4.6L VIN Y (1995)
Rear Door Panel: Technical Service Bulletins
94-99 Deville Trim Panel Repl.-RH Front Door
1994-1999 DeVille Trim Panel Replacement-
RH Front Door (LH Similar)
Tools Required
J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover For Upper Trim
Panel Retainer ONLY
Removal Procedure
1.
Disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in the SIR sub-section of the Service Manual.
Caution:
Striking the vehicle near the side air bag impact sensor can cause an air bag deployment if the ignition switch is not OFF. To help avoid personal
injury and damage to the vehicle from a deployment; always turn the ignition switch to OFF during body repairs.
2.
Remove the power window switch assembly (7).
2.1.
Place protective tape between the forward edge of the power window switch assembly and the door trim panel (9).
Important:
In order to avoid damage, the retention spring clip must be fully disengaged prior to removal of the power window switch assembly.
2.2.
Between the forward edge of the power window switch assembly and the door trim panel (9), carefully insert a plastic trim tool far enough
to depress and disengage the switch plate retention spring clip.
2.3.
Use the plastic trim tool in one hand to gently pry the forward edge of the power window switch assembly upward. Use the other hand to
grasp and pull the switch assembly from the door trim panel.
2.4.
Disconnect the electrical connectors (8).
