Door Panel Removal Detail

[sgnden]

Hello:

'92 SWB -

I received my new door lock solenoids from Parts Express...now I need to figure-out a few things to get em in.

I have searched and found a few references to removing door panels but they are all very general, as in, "gently pry off" but no specifics...

I can only see two plastic plugs inside the arm rest...do these need to come out?

Where specifically are the screws that need to be removed and how do you recommend proceeding to get the panel off without damage/cracking wood/breaking pins, etc.

Thanks!

SG

[atvsmurf]

pull the 2 plugs, you will have a screw under each, you will also have one behind the door handle, I can't remember if there is one behind the little door handle surround, but you will be able to tell if the panel doesn't come off some of the pins will come right out, some will hang on for dear life, the best bet is to use a door panel remover tool, a wild looking screwdriver with a monster wide tip with a notch in it, available at all your finer auto parts and supply shops, but in a last resort/el cheapo way you can just grab the panel and yank it off... pull any pins that didn't make it out, with a pair of pliers careful not to damage them any furthur, and reinstall them, btw be careful with the lock knob/slide when removing the panel, once the pins are out, the panel will kinda slide up to come off of the lock slide/knob...while your in there check for junk, in the bottom of the door, clean it out, and roll the window up and down, lube any bushings you see moving, don't use penetrating oil, use chain lube, 3in1 oil...

[ArmyRover]

It's just the 3 screws 2 in the armrest cup and the one in the handle. I've always taken off the door lock surround piece before door panel removal. The clips that hold it are a pain. Just take your time and work your way around using a trim panel tool. If you break any go to napa and take one with you they will get you matched up with a replacement. I think the clips come in a bag of 5 or 10.

[sgnden]

Thanks for the tips!

I have dealt with enough door panels in my day...just didn't want to miss any tricks. I'll get the tool at NAPA tomorrow.

Can't wait to get those new industrial solenoids installed...I guess they just replace the whole actuator units that I'll find in there? We'll see!

Thanks again.

SG