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How to Remove the Door Panel on a Toyota Highlander

Model: Toyota Highlander Xu40 - Years: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013
Part: Door trim panel

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This guide outlines the steps to independently remove the door panel of a Toyota Highlander vehicle. The first step is to remove the cover behind the opening handle.

The second step is to unscrew the screw located at the back of the opening handle. The third step is to remove the cover of the closing handle and unscrew the screws located at its back.

The fourth step is to unscrew the screws located at the sides of the panel. The fifth step is to remove the panel and disconnect the connector.


Updated on 15 October 2026 by ScegliAuto


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