For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
3. Remove the nuts from the access cover.
4. Remove the regulator drive cable from the rear of the cover plate and remove the cover plate from the door.

### Installation Procedure

1. Position the access cover in the door.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the nuts to the access cover plate.

Tighten
Tighten the access cover plate nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

Important: The regulator drive cable goes into position (2) for the coupe and position (3) for the sedan.

3. Install the regulator drive cable (1) to the rear of the cover plate.
4. Install the water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
5. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .