Comment. The description of the work is given with partial disassembly of the door. If necessary, the door can be removed after dismantling all its elements.
An assistant is required to complete the work.
Removing
1. Remove the upholstery of the rear door (see "Upholstery of a back door - removal and installation").
2. Remove the plastic film from the door.
3. Remove the wire terminal from the negative terminal of the battery (see "Preparing the car for maintenance and repair").
4. Disconnect the block of wires of the central locking switch (see "Rear door lock - removal, installation and adjustment").
5. Disconnect the door opening limiter from the rack (see above, "Rear door opening limiter - removal and installation").
Warning! To avoid deformation of the door, do not open it wide after the stopper has been released. When performing the following operation, the assistant must support the door.
6. socket wrench by 13 mm unscrew the two bolts securing the door (one on each loop) and remove the door from the car.
Recommendation. When replacing a door, install the new door on the vehicle prior to painting and assembly to ensure it does not require straightening.
Installation
Install the door in reverse order.