DeVille DHS V8-4.6L VIN Y (2000)
Rear Door Panel: Service and Repair
Panel Replacement
Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (Standard)
Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement (Standard)
Tools Required
J 36796 Clip Zip Clip Removal Tool or J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover
Removal Procedure
1. Position the window fully downward.
2. Ensure the manual lock knob (1) is in the unlock position.
3. Insert a flat bladed tool into the top service notch in order to disengage the locking clip (2) located at the front of the manual lock knob (1).
4. Remove the manual lock knob (1).
5. Remove the inside handle bezel from the inner door panel in the following order:
1. Hold the inside handle to the open position.
2. Insert a flat bladed tool at the front lower corner of the bezel.
3. Pry outward on the bezel.
4. Remove the bezel from the inner door panel.
6. Remove the screw attaching the inside door handle to the sheet metal.
7. Use the J 36796 or J 38778 in order to release the eight retainers (1) around the outside edges of the door trim panel.