C 1500 Truck 2WD V8-6.5L DSL Turbo VIN F (1998)
Trim Panel: Service and Repair
Side Front Door Trim Panel
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
TOOLS REQUIRED
J38778 Trim Panel Remover
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the door handle bezel.
3. Remove the window regulator handle, as necessary.
4. Disconnect the power accessory switch mounting panel wiring connector, as necessary. Refer to Power Accessory Switch Panel Replacement.
5. Remove the trim panel upper extension.
6. Using a flat blade tool, carefully pry off the trim panel armrest screw cover in order to access the screw.
7. Remove the trim panel armrest screw.
8. Using the J 38778, carefully pry the retainer from the retainer seats.
9. Disconnect the courtesy light connector, if necessary.
10. Remove the trim panel from the door.
11. Remove the courtesy lamp lens or the reflector.
12. Pull the retainers from the slot in the trim panel.
13. Remove the retainers.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
