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How do you remove front door panels from a 2006 Cadillac sts?

To remove the front door panels from a 2006 Cadillac STS, follow these steps:

1. Prepare tools.

- Phillips screwdriver

- Flathead screwdriver

- Panel removal tool

- Small pry bar

2. Access the door.

- Open the front door you wish to work on.

- Sit inside the vehicle.

3. Remove door lock trim.

- Push a flat-head screwdriver into the seam between the door lock trim and the door trim panel.

- Gently pry up and outward on the screwdriver until the door lock trim pops out.

- Set aside door lock trim.

4. Remove window switch trim plate.

- Slide a flathead screwdriver into the seam between the door trim panel and the window switch trim plate.

- Gently pry up and outward on the screwdriver until the window switch trim pops out.

- Remove window switch trim plate and disconnect window switch wiring harness.

5. Remove door handle surround trim.

- Place your fingers behind the door handle surround trim around the door handle

- Pull firmly, working around the trim piece until it pops out of place.

6. Remove the inner door handle bezel.

- There are two screws that secure the bezel in place.

- Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove both screws.

- Once removed, gently pull the bezel off.

7. Remove door handle.

- There are two 7mm bolts that hold the door handle in place.

- Use a 7mm socket to remove both bolts.

- Remove the door handle.

8. Open door panel.

- Use the panel removal tool to release the door panel clips.

- Start from the bottom of the door and work your way around the door panel.

- Be careful, the door panel is held in place with a few screws that are hidden behind the release clips.

9. Remove the wiring harness.

- Disconnect the wiring harness from the door panel controls and speakers.

- Remove the door panel.