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Remove the Door Panel of Your BMW X5

Model: BMW X5 E53 - Years 1999-2006
Part: Door trim panel

Want to remove the door panel of your BMW X5 and don't know how? Let's go through the steps: disconnect the battery terminals, remove the plastic cover using a pry tool, and unscrew the screws located inside and at the internal handle of the door, being careful not to scratch it. Detach the door panel and disconnect the window regulator and speaker connectors. Now that you have removed the door panel, install the new panel or perform maintenance inside. Replace the part and reassemble everything in reverse order.

Updated on 6 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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