CAUTION / NOTICE / HINT
Tech Tips
Use the same procedure for both the RH and LH sides.
The procedure described below is for the RH side.
PROCEDURE
REMOVE REAR DOOR FRAME GARNISH
REMOVE REAR DOOR WINDOW REGULATOR HANDLE ASSEMBLY (w/o Power Window)
REMOVE REAR DOOR ARMREST BASE UPPER PANEL (w/ Power Window)
REMOVE REAR DOOR ARMREST BASE UPPER PANEL (w/o Power Window)
REMOVE REAR DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY
REMOVE REAR SPEAKER ASSEMBLY
Disconnect the connector.
Using a drill bit with a diameter of less than 4 mm (0.157 in.), drill out the 3 rivet heads as shown in the illustration.
CAUTION:
Be careful. The cut rivet is very hot.
Note
Do not drill the rivet at an angle as this will cause damage to the drill and drill hole. Line up the drill and rivet, and carefully drill the rivet head straight out.
Continue drilling and push out the remaining rivet fragments.
Disengage the claw and guide to remove the rear speaker assembly.
Using a vacuum cleaner, remove the rivet fragments and shavings from the inside of the door.