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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 07:58 AM
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I am new to the forum and want to say hello to all. Recently purchased a 1990 vert. black on red. Love it. I am trying to remove the passenger side door panel but can't get to the last screw behind the door lock. I hate to pry and pound on it without knowing exactly how it's put together. Any help would be appreciated.
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 08:12 AM
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Pry at it with a screw driver, and it will pop off.
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 08:16 AM
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Just pry the lock **** out, and you'll be able to access that last screw. It's easy to pop back on when you're done.
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 08:18 AM
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There is also a screw behind the window switch.
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 09:47 AM
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Thanks for the tips. I'll give it a try.
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 09:50 AM
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I used to work on auto locks as a locksmith.
TIP: Plastic gets brittle when it gets cold. Be sure (if you can) to work on interior items when it's warm. And if you have to work on it in the winter, a hairdryer in the car does a good job keeping things warm and more flexible.
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 12:23 PM
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The black plastic cover on the door lock slide comes off and there is a screw behind the light too.
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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 02:07 PM
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don't forget "there is a screw behind the light too. " just mentioned.
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Welcome!

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Old Sep 27, 2007 | 06:37 PM
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Also, the screw behind the light is the shortest one - make sure you put it back in the same place.
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