How to Remove a Car Door Panel?

[DiCole]

First, prepare the necessary tools for disassembly to facilitate the subsequent operations. Use a tool to press the center point inward first, then pry it out with scissors. Be sure to press the center point firmly. Loosen the remaining two screws and remove all screws and pins. Grip the door firmly and pull it toward you with force to detach the entire door panel. Store the fastening components properly to avoid losing them during reassembly.

[DeJune]

I've done car door panel removal quite a few times. First prepare the tools: Phillips screwdriver and plastic pry bar. The steps are: locate all screws on the inner door - usually hidden under small covers of door handles, edges of armrest storage compartments or door pull positions, then unscrew them. Start from the bottom corner of the panel, gently insert the plastic pry bar into the gap and slowly pry upwards. When you hear the clips pop, don't stop but repeat at each corner until the panel loosens. When half-opened, carefully pull it sideways and steadily disconnect any window control or speaker connectors. Be gentle throughout to avoid breaking clips or scratching paint - damaged clips can be replaced with new ones from Taobao. After removal, you can inspect speaker wiring for looseness or water accumulation. Wear anti-static gloves throughout, keep tools organized, and reassembly should be easy within 30 minutes.