BLACK OUT TAPE 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 FRONT DOOR GLASS INNER WEATHERSTRIP

    Tech Tips

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

  8. REMOVE OUTER REAR VIEW MIRROR ASSEMBLY


    1. A0117HI

      Disconnect the connector.

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

  9. REMOVE FRONT DOOR WINDOW FRAME REAR MOULDING

    Tech Tips

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

  10. REMOVE FRONT DOOR GLASS OUTER WEATHERSTRIP ASSEMBLY

    Tech Tips

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

  11. REMOVE FRONT DOOR GLASS RUN

    Tech Tips

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

  12. REMOVE NO. 1 BLACK OUT TAPE


    1. A0119BQ

      Using an infrared light, heat the No. 1 black out tape.

      CAUTION:

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

      Tech Tips

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

    2. Lift the end portion with your nail and peel it parallel to the attachment surface.