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How do I take apart the door (to replace the interior ...

Sent to Car Experts January 30 2006 at 6:22 AM
   

How do I take apart the door (to replace the interior handle) of a 2001 Toyota Corolla?

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2001 Toyota corolla

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January 30 2006 at 7:56 AM (1 hour and 34 minutes and 41 seconds later)
         
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Hi There, You need to start by removing the inner mirror control knob (if manual remote) and remove the inner triangular cover from the mirror mount.

Remove the screws holding the armrest and remove the armrest. The armrest screws may be concealed behind plastic caps which may be popped out with a small screw driver.

Remove the surround or cover for the inside door handle. Look for the hidden screw' remove it and slide the cover off over the handle.

If not equipped with electric windows, remove the window winder handle. This can be tricky, but not difficult.The handle is held onto the winder axle by a spring clip shaped like a cursive w.

In general, power door lock and window switches mounted on the door pad (not the armrest) may remain in place until the pad is removed. Some cannot be removed until the doorpad is off the door.

If the car has manual vertical door locks, remove the lock knob by unscrewing it. If this is impossible (because they're in square housings), wait until the pad is lifted free.

Using a broad, flat-bladed tool, (not a screwdriver) begin to gently pry the door pad away from the door. You are releasing plastic inserts from plastic seats. There will be 6-12 of them around the door. With care, the plastic inserts can be reused several times.

When all the clips are loose, lift up on the panel to release the lip at the top of the door. This may require a bit of jiggling to loosen the panel; do so gently and don't damage the panel. The upper edge (at the window sill) is attached by a series of retaining clips.

Once the panel is free, keep it close to the door and check behind it. Disconnect any wiring for switches, lights or speakers which may be attached.




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