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Replacing the Car Door Panel

Model: Mercedes Classe M W163 - Years: 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005
Part: Door trim panel

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With a bit of dedication and passion, you can perform this operation yourself. Once the door panel is removed, you will be able to access the speaker housing, work on the speakers, install or repair an alarm system, change the automatic locks of your car door, operate the door opening lever, and work on the terminals of the window regulator control unit.

To replace or repair the door handle or parts of the electric window regulator, you must first remove the door panel. Locate the screws on the panel and unclip the aluminium profile.

To do this, lever on the right side, and once you hear a click, you can slide it off as it will be unclipped.


Updated on 22 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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