For 1990-2009 cars

## Front Door Frame Applique Replacement Coupe

### Removal Procedure

1. Lower the front door window.
2. Remove the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
3. Partially remove the outer sealing strip (belt seal) at the applique location.
4. Partially remove the window secondary weatherstrip at the applique location.
5. Partially remove the window upper weatherstrip at the applique location.
6. Cover the door belt opening at the applique location to prevent debris from falling into the glass guide.
7. Drill the rivets, attaching the applique.
8. Using a magnet, remove any rivet pieces that fell into the door during drilling.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the applique using the rivets.
2. Install the window upper weatherstrip. Refer to Window Guide Channel Replacement - Front Door .

Important: Make sure the secondary weatherstrip is over the upper weatherstrip.

3. Install the window secondary weatherstrip. Refer to Front Side Door Upper Auxiliary Weatherstrip Replacement .
4. Install the outer sealing strip (belt seal). Refer to "Outer Sealing Strip (Belt Seal)".
5. Install the door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .

## Front Door Frame Applique Replacement Sedan/Wagon

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the 2 retaining screws.
2. Slide the applique rearward to disengage the hooks from the door.

### Installation Procedure

1. Position the applique to the door. Press the applique to engage the clips into the door.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the 2 retaining screws.

Tighten
Tighten the door rear applique to 2 N·m (18 lb in).