QuestionQUESTION: How do I remove the black trim molding under the drivers side rear view mirror? I hit a deer this week and need to replace the fender. There is a bolt under the black trim molding - I need to know how to remove this piece. Thanks in advance for your time.
ANSWER: i dont think so if u remove the mirror u should be able to get assess to what ever u need then.
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QUESTION: Thanks for the reply, but I do have the 1996-2002 repair manual and it shows a different trim piece that pops off under the mirror to access the fender bolt, without removing the mirror. My van has a larger wrap around piece that doesn't appear to pop off. Any thoughts?
ANSWER: the part in question was on vans up to 2000 that lower part would come off by removing the 2 screws and a t25 bolt. U have a 2002 not the same van as the 96 - 2000. The wrap around will come off by removing the mirror itself.
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QUESTION: One last question - what is the procedure for removing the mirror - Thanks again.
Answerremove the door trim panel then ca get to the 10m nets holding it on.
REMOVAL
Remove the plug and remove screw attaching door pull cup to inner door panel.
Remove switch bezel and disconnect power window/memory switch.
Remove screws attaching trim panel to door from below map pocket.
If equipped, remove window crank. (Refer to 23 - BODY/DOOR - FRONT/WINDOW CRANK - REMOVAL)
Remove screw holding door trim to door panel from behind inside latch release handle .
Disengage clips attaching door trim to door frame around perimeter of panel.
Lift trim panel upward to disengage flange from inner belt molding at top of door.
Tilt top of trim panel away from door to gain access to latch linkage.
Disengage clip attaching linkage rod to inside latch release handle (INSIDE DOOR HANDLE LINKAGE).
Separate linkage rod from latch handle.
Disconnect the power door switch, courtesy lamp electrical connectors.
Remove front door trim panel from vehicle.
