Step 2: Pry and remove the trim panel that runs the length of the arm rest/door pull.
Step 3: Loosen and remove the 10mm bolts (2) exposed by removing the trim panel.
Step 4: Loosen and remove the Phillips screw (1) located inside the interior door handle.
Step 5: Pry and remove the interior door handle's bezel.
Step 6: Using the door panel clip tool (or putty knife), pry and remove the interior door panel from the door frame.
By sliding the tool between the door panel and the frame, slide along until you feel a retaining pin. When you do, pry outward to “pop†it free. Work your way around the door in the same fashion.
Step 7: Pry and remove the trim panel near the corner of the rear window.
Step 8: You can now pull the interior door panel from the vehicle.
Step 9: To reattach the interior door panel, move it into position, and with a FIRM strike near each retaining pin, “snap†them all into place.
Step 10: Reattach the trim panels near the window and interior door handle.
Step 11: Tighten the Phillips screw inside the interior door panel.
Step 12: Tighten the 10mm bolts (2).
Step 13: Reattach the trim panel to the arm rest.
These Part Change / Installation Instructions Apply to
09 2009, 08 2008, 07 2007, 06 2006, 05 2005 Chevrolet Equinox Rear Door Panel (Interior) Replacement Instructions
