Special Tools

J 38778 Door Trim Pad and Garnish Clip Remover

1. Remove the front door garnish molding. Refer to Front Side Door Front Garnish Molding Replacement.
2. Remove the front door trim plate. Refer to Front Door Trim Plate Replacement.
3. Remove the armrest (3). Refer to Armrest Replacement.
4. Remove the door trim panel screws (2), located behind the armrest.
5. Use the J 38778 to disengage the retainers around the outside edges of the door trim panel (1).
6. Slide the door trim panel  (1) upwards to release the door panel from the door.
7. Remove the front door panel (1) from the vehicle.

1. Install the door trim panel (1), by hooking the top of the door trim panel (1) to the door belt line.
2. Align the door trim panel retainers to the door.
3. Push towards the door to engage the retainers to the sheet metal.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

4. Install the door trim panel screws (2) and tighten to 2.0 N·m (18 lb in).
5. Install the armrest (3). Refer to Armrest Replacement.
6. Install the front door trim plate. Refer to Front Door Trim Plate Replacement.
7. Install the front door garnish molding. Refer to Front Side Door Front Garnish Molding Replacement.