Door panel
Provided you occasion to modify the aptitude window Engine, a door lock actuator, fastening or particular a speaker, the cardinal object you must engage in is remove the door panel. On some cars, this is a arduous craft that requires a infrequent speciality tools that can be compacted to acquisition. On a 2001 GMC Sierra, but, fascinating apart the door panel is a no sweat ball-breaker that you can accomplish with basic tools.
Instructions
1. Area a hook effects last the plastic trim panel encircling the interior door knob of the Sierra. Pull the shaft off the door and berth it to the side.3. Place a window crank removal tool between the interior window crank and the door panel. Push it forward to release the window crank retaining clip. This may take some searching and prodding, but once you have the clip pull the handle off the door.
Lay the hook tool at the end the interior door lock bezel, and pull the hook effects to release the door lock bezel.2. Unscrew the door panel from the door, using a 1/4-inch ratchet and socket. There is one screw at the bottom corner of the door panel, one underneath the armrest and one where the door lock bezel stood. If you have power windows, lift off the power window switch controls, using your hands, then unplug the wiring by hand.
4. Pull off the exterior mirror interior trim in the corner of the door. Pull it off to release the clips, and place it to the side.
5. Stand next to the door. Lift up vertically on the armrest to pull the door panel hooks up off the door, then pull the door horizontally away from the door assembly.
