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Posted on Jan 16, 2010

I need to get to the electric window wiring on the drivers side. Can I just pop up the mechanism on the door?

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Yes you can, but you need a flat tool like a "V" end shaped screwdriver because this has locking prongs under the front of mechanism(windshield side).

gently lift up on electric panel on the front side(windshield) use the tool or similar(2 small flatheads will work) between panel and door push in lock clips(front toward back---under electric panel) the panel should come out of the door holder frame to access the wiring connector under it---the electric panel removal and installs from back to front and snaps in place with locking front clips to door panel.

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