Front Door Panel Removal/Installation

Special Tools Required 

• KTC trim tool set SOJATP2014 *
• Trim pad remover, Snap-on A 177A or equivalent, commercially available

  * Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program

1. Using a flat-tip screwdriver wrapped with protective tape, pry out on the lower portion of the cover (A) to release the hooks (B), then remove the cover.
   Fig 1: Prying Out On Lower Portion Of Cover

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2. Remove the screws.
3. Remove the inner handle (A) from the door panel.
   • Pull the handle forward and out half-way to release the hook (B).
   • Pull out the top of the handle.
   • While pulling on the handle (C), disconnect the inner handle rod (D) from the joint bushing (E).
     NOTE: Check for damaged or stress-whitened joint bushing, and replace if necessary.
     Fig 2: Checking Stress-Whitened Joint Bushing

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4. Disconnect the power door lock switch connector (A), then remove the inner handle (B).
   Fig 3: Disconnecting Power Door Lock Switch Connector

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5. Detach the clip and release the hooks (A, B), then remove the switch panel (C). Take care not to scratch the door panel. Disconnect the power window switch connectors (D). On driver's side, disconnect the power mirror switch connector (E).
   Fig 4: Removing Switch Panel

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6. Remove the mirror mount cover (see step 2 in POWER MIRROR REPLACEMENT ).
7. Remove the door panel (A) with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or breaking it.
   • Remove the screws (B).
   • Release the clips (C) that hold the door panel with a commercially available trim pad remover (D).
   • Starting at the rear, pull the door panel upward, then release the lock knob (E).
   • On driver's side, disconnect the front door sub harness connector (F). On passenger's side, disconnect the courtesy light bulb socket, and detach the harness clip from the panel.
     Fig 5: Identifying Trim Pad Remover

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     Fig 6: Releasing Door Panel Clips

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8. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note these items:
   • Check for damaged or stress-whitened clips, and replace them with a new one.
   • Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly.
   • Push the clips into place securely.
   • Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT ).
   • Check the window and power door lock operations.
   • When reinstalling the door panel, make sure the plastic cover is installed properly and sealed around its outside perimeter to seal out water.
   • Check for water leaks.