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How to Remove the Outer Protection of the Opel/Vauxhall Astra G

Model: Vauxhall Astra Astra G - Years: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006
Part: Car door

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In this short video, we will see how to remove the outer protection of the door of an Opel/Vauxhall Astra G: this operation can be done for various reasons. Cleaning the inner part, repainting, or replacing the protection.

So, let's proceed: using a hammer (preferably rubber), press on the outer side of the front door protection to unlock it and pull it out from the inside of the vehicle. Remove it by pulling it towards you. Now open the front door and proceed in the same way with the rear door.

To replace it, simply position it on the clips and press firmly.


Posted on 3 February 2026 by ScegliAuto


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