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WILFREDO SERAME Posted on Sep 18, 2013

How do i remove front door panel from 2003 acura mdx

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Special Tools Required


  • KTC
    trim tool set SOJATP2014*

  • Trim pad remover, Snap-on A 177A or equivalent, commercially
    available
    *Available through the American Honda Tool and Equipment Program; call
    888-424-6857

    NOTE: Use the appropriate tool from the KTC trim tool set to avoid damage
    when prying components.
    1. Remove the
      mirror mount cover.
      Take care not to scratch the door panel.
    1. Remove the inner handle (A). Take care not to scratch the door
      panel.




      -1
      Pry out the cap (B), and remove the screw (C).




      -2
      Pull the inner handle forward and out half-way.




      -3
      Disconnect the inner handle rod (D) from the joint bushing (E), and power
      door lock switch connector (F). For some models: On driver's side, disconnect
      the driving position memory switch connector (G).

      -3
      NOTE: Check the bushing for damage, and replace if necessary.
  • Detach the clips (A) and hooks (B), then remove the speaker grille
    (C). Remove the screws (D).

    1. Detach the clips (A) and release the hooks (B), then remove the
      switch panel (C). Take care not to scratch the door panel. Disconnect the power
      window switch (door multiplex control unit) connectors (D). On driver's side,
      disconnect the power mirror switch connector (E).

    2. Pry out the cap (F), and remove the screw (G).

    1. Release the clips that hold the door panel (A) with a commercially
      available trim pad remover (B), then remove the door panel by pulling it upward.
      Disconnect the speaker connector (C).

      On driver's side, disconnect the front door subharness connector (D). On
      passenger's side, disconnect the courtesy light bulb socket (E), and detach the
      harness clip (F) from the panel.

      Remove the door panel with as little bending as possible to avoid creasing or
      breaking it.

    2. Install the door panel in the reverse order of removal, and note
      these items:
      • Check the clips for damage or stress-whitening, and replace them with new
        one.
      • Make sure the connectors are plugged in properly, and the inner handle rod
        and courtesy light bulb socket are connected properly.
      • Push the clips into place securely.
      • Do the power window control unit reset procedure.
      • Make sure the window and power door locks operate properly.
      • If equipped with driving position memory switch, check for proper operation.
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    SOURCE: my 2001 acura mdx driver side door won't close

    THE DOOR CATCH HAS A DOUBLE "C" THAT HOLDS THE DOOR CLOSED. FIRST TAKE A SCREWDRIVER INSIDE THE "C". USING THE HANDLE ON THE INSIDE, PULL THE HANDLE AS IF YOU WERE OPENING THE DOOR AND AT THE SAME TIME, OPEN THE DOUBLE "C" WITH THE SCREWDRIVER. I HOPE THIS HELPS. THANKS FOR USING FIX-YA. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO KEEP ME POSTED. GOOD LUCK

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    • Posted on Jan 07, 2010

    SOURCE: 2004 Acura MDX Water Leak

    The 2002 MDX I worked on turned out to be a drainage problem . Seems the factory installed foam in the bottom of the hinge pillar post which blocked the drain holes . Take off the mud flap , remove enough of the splash shield to access the bottom of the hinge pillar and drill a half inch hole at the front lower corner aiming the drill slightly upward ( be sure to protect the bare metal) .Water gushed out when I did this. For extra ins. remove the kick panels and check for two holes a few inchs from the floor, plug and chaulk these holes. Hope this worksfor you too

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