Question
Sebring convertible 20
How do I properly remove the door panel on a 2006 Sebring convertible to access the left side door check and replace it? I realize there is a special forked tool which allows the retainers to be "popped" but I want to know the sequence of removal of that door panel and intenral components as needed before making a mistake. I can't find any references. Looks like something I could tackle, however based on how they are removed from other vehicles (I've seen demonstrations). Thanks!
AnswerREMOVAL
1. Roll door glass down.
2. Disengage two clips attaching speaker grille to door trim panel. They are at the front of the grille, one near the top, and the other one at the bottom.
3. Remove three large washer-headed screws surrounding the speaker Fig. 1 .
4. Remove access cover at front of door trim panel. Remove by prying at its rear edge Fig. 2 .
5. Remove red courtesy reflector from lower tail or door. Disengage by prying at screwdriver notch at bottom of reflector.
6. Remove flag trim panel from door by prying off at two attachment clips points Fig. 2 .
7. Remove seven screws attaching door trim panel to door: Fig. 1 and Fig. 2 . a. One screw is located at lower rear screw pocket.
b. Three screws located along the bottom of door.
c. One screw located inside handle opening.
d. One screw located at the upper front.
e. One screw in the pull cup.
8. Disengage two hidden clips attaching at the rear of the trim panel, by prying off at two attachment clip points.
9. Lift trim panel upward and away from door, disengage trim panel from upper retainer channel.
10. Disengage clip attaching latch linkage to back door handle.
11. Disconnect electrical connectors as necessary, including lower foot light, If equipped.
12. Remove door trim panel from door
