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HOMESERVICE MANUALSTOYOTA2004MATRIX XR, FWD, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 967 (DOOR SYSTEM - REAR)TRIM PANELDESCRIPTIONREMOVAL
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, Standard
Trim Panel: Description: Removal
2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Removal
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chrysler Pacifica. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Release door latch and open door.
- Lower door glass.
- Open remote handle trim plug and remove screw from inside arm rest pull cup (Fig 1).
- Open remote handle trim plug and remove screw from behind inside remote handle (Figure).
- Disengage push-in fasteners attaching trim to door panel around perimeter of trim panel (Figure).
- Tilt trim panel outward to clear locator pins on backside of trim panel.
- Disconnect trim panel from retainer channel in inner belt weatherstrip at top of door by lifting while gently jiggling.
- Move trim panel away from door and disengage actuator cables attaching inside remote handle (Figure) and (Figure).
- Disconnect wire connectors to switches.CAUTION: Do not allow door trim panel to hang by the wire connector or wiring.
- Disconnect wire connector from power door lock switch, mirror switch, and power window switch if so equipped.
- Remove trim panel from door.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.