Acura 83584-SEP-A01ZA Left Front Door Trim Panel Assembly (Carbon)

Lower the window completely in the door, then disconnect the cable from the negative battery terminal. On 2003 and earlier models, carefully pry off and remove the mirror mounting trim cover. Using a small screwdriver, pry off the trim cap and remove the screw that secures the door handle trim cover. For 2003 and earlier models, pull out the door handle trim cover, disconnect the inner handle rod, and then disconnect the electrical connector(s). For 2004 and later models, use a small screwdriver or trim removal tool to push on the rear part of the small trim cover, popping out the mounting tab at the other end, and remove the two screws that secure the inner part of the handle trim cover. For 2003 and earlier models, remove the retaining screw from the armrest, while for 2004 and later models, remove the trim panel retaining screw and the screw in the armrest. Remove the door trim panel using a door panel removal tool, starting from the bottom and working around the perimeter until all fasteners are released. To remove the door trim panel, pull it up and disconnect all electrical connectors, ensuring that the different sizes prevent mixing them up during reassembly, and also disconnect the outside door handle cable from the inside door handle by flipping open the plastic lock and pulling the cable end out of the bushing. For access to the outside door handle, key lock cylinder, or door window regulator, raise the window fully, then remove the two alignment plugs and carefully peel back the plastic watershield. Installation is the reverse of removal.