FRONT DOOR BELT MOULDING REMOVAL

Tech Tips


  • Use the same procedure for the RH and LH sides.

  • The procedure described below is for the LH side.


  1. REMOVE FRONT ARMREST BASE UPPER PANEL (w/o Screw)

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the RH side Click here.

  2. REMOVE FRONT ARMREST BASE UPPER PANEL (w/ Screw)

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the RH side Click here.

  3. REMOVE FRONT DOOR LOWER FRAME BRACKET GARNISH

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the RH side Click here.

  4. REMOVE FRONT DOOR INSIDE HANDLE BEZEL

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the RH side Click here.

  5. REMOVE DOOR ASSIST GRIP COVER

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the RH side Click here.

  6. REMOVE FRONT DOOR TRIM BOARD SUB-ASSEMBLY

    Tech Tips

    Use the same procedure as for the RH side Click here.

  7. REMOVE OUTER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY


    1. A0117HI

      Disconnect the connector.

    2. Remove the 3 screws and remove the outer rear view mirror assembly.

  8. REMOVE FRONT DOOR WINDOW FRAME REAR MOULDING


    1. Using an infrared light, heat the front door window frame rear moulding.

      CAUTION:

      Do not burn yourself with the heated front door panel or infrared light.

      Note

      Remove any tape remaining on the front door panel.

      Tech Tips

      Heat at 40 to 60°C (104 to 140°F) for 3 to 5 minutes.

    2. A0119O4E01
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      *A for Type A
      *B for Type B
      *1 Double-sided tape

      Pull out the front door window frame moulding with the door closed, and then remove the front door window frame moulding while peeling off the double-sided adhesive tape.

    3. A0117VF

      Using a clip remover, shift the clip sideways as shown in the illustration.

    4. Twist the clip remover and remove the 3 clips by disengaging them one side at a time.

  9. REMOVE FRONT DOOR GLASS OUTER WEATHERSTRIP ASSEMBLY

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    *1 Protective tape

    1. Apply protective tape to the door panel in the area around the front door belt moulding.

    2. A0118E8E01
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      *1 Moulding remover

      Using a moulding remover, disengage the 6 claws and remove the front door glass outer weatherstrip.