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Removal Procedure

  1. Insert a flat bladed tool under the rear edge of the front door switch plate.
    Fig 1: Inserting Flat Bladed Tool Under Rear Edge Of Front Door Switch Plate
    G01805998Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: The retainer clip must be fully disengaged before the switch plate is removed. Otherwise, damage to the switch plate could result.
  2. Push the tool firmly towards the switch plate in order to disengage the retainer.
    Fig 2: Disengaging Retainer
    G01805999Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Lift up on the rear of the switch plate in order to remove it from the door trim panel.
  4. Disconnect electrical connectors.
  5. Remove the appropriate switch from the switch plate by disengaging the side snap walls with small flat bladed tool.
    Fig 3: Lifting Up On Rear Of Switch Plate
    G01806000Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.