Dodge Repair: Interior trim removal on a 2006 Dodge Mega Cab, crank removal tool, side mirror


Question
I need to replace the passenger side mirror on my truck. The install of the mirror looks pretty straight forward, but removing the interior trim is making me nervous.

Answer
. Remove the screw (1) that secures the interior door handle (2) to the interior door handle actuator (3).
2. Remove the interior door handle from the interior door handle actuator.



 
3. If equipped, remove the manual window crank (1) using a window crank removal tool (2).



 
4. Remove the two screws (2) that secure the door trim panel (3) to the two screw inserts (1).
5. Remove the two screws (4) that secure the door trim panel to the bottom of the door.

CAUTION:  The door trim panel is attached to the door by molded plastic retaining clips that are integral to the door trim panel. Do not pull the door trim panel directly off of the door or damage to the trim panel and/or the power switch assembly will occur.  


6. Lift the door trim panel straight upward to disconnect the molded plastic retaining clips (5) from the door.
7. If equipped, disconnect the door wire harness from the power door switch assembly and remove the door trim panel