Removal Procedure

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NOTE:
Use a flat bladed plastic trim tool.

Front Side Door Inside Handle Bolt Finish Cap (1) - Remove
Front Side Door Inside Handle Bolt (2) - Remove
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Front Side Door Armrest Pull Cup Bolt Cap (1) - Remove
Front Side Door Armrest Pull Cup Bolt (2) - Remove [ 2x ]
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Front Side Door Trim Panel Bolt (1) - Remove [ 2x ]
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NOTE:
The front side door trim has an integral front side door trim assembly belt bracket that hooks over the front side door window inner sealing strip assembly and the front side door window garnish molding.

Using an appropriate tool, start from the rear bottom corner and pull the front side door trim (3) from the sheet metal towards you to disengage perimeter retainers (2).
When the front side door trim (3) is sufficiently loosened, place an appropriate tool at the rear portion of the door trim to disengage the remaining retainers (2) and clips (1).
Unhook the front side door trim (3) from the belt line, pulling the door trim upwards using both hands.
Disconnect the door lock retainer cable from the front side door trim (3) and the inside handle.
Disconnect the electrical connectors.
Front Side Door Trim (3) - Remove
Place the front side door trim (3) on a clean flat surface.
Remove the front side door trim panel insulator to gain access to the door lock status indicator wire harness.
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Disconnect the electrical connector (1) and reposition the wire harness.
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Release the door lock status indicator (1) from the front side door lock bezel (2).
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Remove the door lock status indicator (1).