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How to Remove the Door Panel of a Ford Focus SW

Model: Ford Focus MK 3 - Years 2011-2018
Part: Door trim panel

Remove the battery terminals located in the engine bay. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the screws in the area of the upper door opening lever and remove the plastic covering of the handle. Unscrew the screws on the door panel and detach the retaining clips. Pull the panel off by hand (disconnect the wiring for the power and the opening cable). Remove the adhesive covering and perform maintenance inside. Refit the door panel and reassemble everything in reverse order.

Updated on 11 March 2026 by ScegliAuto

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