1. Remove the door handle cover:
- Use a pry tool to gently pry open the door handle cover from the bottom edge.
- Once the bottom edge is disengaged, pull the cover outward to release it from the clips holding it in place.
2. Remove the window crank handle:
- If your Fusion has manual windows, you will need to remove the window crank handle.
- Pull the handle straight out to remove it.
3. Remove the armrest cover:
- Gently pry up the front edge of the armrest cover using a pry tool.
- Once the front edge is disengaged, pull the cover towards the rear of the vehicle to release it from the clips.
4. Remove the door panel mounting screws:
- Remove the two Phillips-head screws located at the front and rear of the armrest opening.
- Remove the two Phillips-head screws located at the bottom edge of the door panel, beneath the armrest opening.
5. Remove the window switch bezel:
- Pry around the edges of the window switch bezel with a pry tool to release it from the clips.
- Disconnect the electrical connector from the window switch.
- Remove the window switch bezel from the door panel.
6. Disconnect the door lock knob:
- Reach inside the door panel and disconnect the door lock knob from the door latch mechanism.
7. Remove the door panel:
- Starting from the bottom edge, carefully pry around the perimeter of the door panel with a pry tool to release the retaining clips.
- Lift the door panel upward to remove it from the door.
- Disconnect any remaining electrical connectors by pressing the release tabs and pulling the connectors apart.
With these steps, you have successfully removed the rear door panel of your 2006 Ford Fusion.
