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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 02:07 PM
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1. Please tell me how to take the door panels off to put new door pulls on
2. Please tell me how to install a new auto shift boot
3. Please tell me how to install brake boot and brake handle

Thank you very much :cheers:
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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 02:59 PM
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Default Re: HELP! Need instructions on installing.............. (MilYellow02)

Cant help with the door or the brake but the shift boot will take some time.
Remove the traction control plate. Under there there are 2 10 mm nuts to remove. Near the lighter ther is a 1 screw there is also a screw under the ashtray....finally there is 1 screw under the plastic cover that holds the temp control( next to the ignition) remove all of these. Pull out the dash cover...easier if you remove the console cover. Look in the front of the shift **** there is a pin that looks like a big staple pry this out. After that there are plastic clips(grey) on each of the four sie of the shifter start with the one on the passenger side and squeeze these with plyer and pull up...DO NOT BREAK THESE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! then move to the back the front and the one on the right side is easy. From there the old boot is held on with small tabs the shift indicator pops out from the bottom. Simply reverse the way you take the old one out and stretch the new one in place... Give your self 2 hours and pay attention to the old boot it will take some time.
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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 03:28 PM
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Trim Panel Replacement - Door

Removal Procedure:




Important
To reduce the chance of damage to the trim panel leave the switch in the panel until after the panel is removed from the door.


1. Lower the door window.
2. Remove the inside handle bezel. Refer to Handle Bezel Replacement (below) - Inside.





3. Remove the pull handle plug.





4. Remove the screws behind the pull handle plug.





Notice
Insert the fastener removal tool between the male fastener, which is attached to the trim panel, and the female retainer, which is in the door. Incorrectly inserting the tool between the head of the female retainer and the door will break the fasteners.


5. For better sight access to the fasteners start by first prying out the fastener at the rear of the trim panel that is approximately 50 mm (2 in) up from the trim panel seam. Pry out the remaining trim panel fasteners working your way forward.
6. Lift the trim panel up off the upper retainers and reposition the panel by the door.




7. Remove the harness connector from the switch.
8. Remove the trim panel with absorber, switch, and speaker grill.
9. Remove any trim panel upper retainers that remained on the door.
10. Transfer parts as necessary.

Installation Procedure:




1. Reinstall any loose upper retainers to the door trim panel.
2. Position the trim panel near the door and install the switch harness to the switch.



3. Install the trim panel to the top of the door engaging the upper retainers.
4. Align all the trim panel side and lower fasteners with the retainers in the door.



5. Press the trim panel firmly to the door at each fastener location.


Notice
Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.


6. Install the screws behind the pull handle. Tighten
Tighten the pull handle screws to 6 N·m (53 lb in).




7. Install the pull handle plug.



8. Install the bezel to the handle.
A. Position the bezel around the inside door handle.
B. Push firmly on the bezel to engage the locking tabs to the door.

Handle Bezel Replacement - Inside

Removal Procedure:



1. Pull the door inside handle open to access the openings to the bezel locking tabs.
2. Insert a screwdriver in the lower opening. Tip the screwdriver up while pulling on the bezel releasing the lower locking tab.
3. Insert the screwdriver in the upper opening. Tip the screwdriver down while pulling on the bezel releasing the upper and the forward locking tabs.
4. Grasp the bezel firmly, pull the bezel releasing the rear locking tabs.
5. Remove the bezel.

Installation Procedure



1. Position the bezel around the inside door handle.
2. Push firmly on the bezel engaging the bezel locking tabs to the door.

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Old Apr 11, 2002 | 04:06 PM
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Thanks a bunch :yesnod: Now just one more to go :)
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Old Apr 18, 2002 | 09:20 AM
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Default Re: HELP! Need instructions on installing.............. (kewlbrz)

Wow, Kewlbrz. Great information. Thanks. :cheers:
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