Express 3/4 Ton Van V8-5.7L VIN R (1998)
Sliding Door Interior Trim Panel: Service and Repair
Side Cargo Door
Main Panel
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the screws (4) that retain the side front door assist handle (3) to the door.
2. Remove the inside handle bezel.
3. Remove the side front door trim plate.
IMPORTANT: Do not break the upper trim panel.
4. Gently pull out the trim panel at the top of the window opening. Using a long, narrow screwdiver, pry the retaining clips apart in order to
disengage the clips.
5. Lift the side front door trim panel (1) up.
6. Remove the side front door trim panel (1) from the door.
7. Remove the side front door trim panel (1) from the vehicle.
8. Inspect the side front door trim panel (1) for broken or missing retaining clips (2). Replace any retaining clips as needed.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Align the retaining tabs (2) on the side front door trim panel (1) with the slots on the door. Lower the side front door trim panel (1) into place.
2. Press on the top of the side front door trim panel (1) in order to engage the retaining clips (2).
3. Install the side front door trim plate.
4. Install the inside handle bezel.
5. Install the side front door assist handle (3) to the door.
6. Install the screws (4) in order to retain the side front door assist handle (3) to the door.
With Manual Windows
