Removing door panel?

I have an 89 Corolla that has te rear window stuck about 2 inches from
the closed position.
Using the handle,it just clicks as if the window mechanism is stuck.
I'd like to check it,but don't know how to rmove the handle and door
panel.
Any help would be appreciated. This group has helped me out many times.
Thanks

look for screws in the door handles and the door latch, and along the bottom
of the panel as well, although there may not be any there.

Either go to AutoZone or CarQuest or ? and get a tool to remove the clip
from the window handle. you can use the rag method (get a shop rag and wrap
it under the window handle and work it back and forth until the retainer
pops off), or just get a flat screwdriver or needlenose and reach behind and
pry the clip off. Watch it; they have a tendancy to fly...

Check for screws on more time, grab the bottom of the door panel and pull
gently. The plastic clips will release, than work it over the lock.

Since it's an '89, you may break some of the plastic clips; these can be had
anywhere. If you pry gently enough you may not break any.

Good luck!


"Herb" <herb777@webtv.net> wrote in message
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> I have an 89 Corolla that has te rear window stuck about 2 inches from
> the closed position.
> Using the handle,it just clicks as if the window mechanism is stuck.
> I'd like to check it,but don't know how to rmove the handle and door
> panel.
> Any help would be appreciated. This group has helped me out many times.
> Thanks
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There is a metal panel remover that auto parts places sell for maybe $6 that
makes it easy and prevents damage. It has a hook like projection for
removing the window winder U clip. You can also use a shoe string to remove
it. Make sure the door opener trim screw is removed, it should slide
forward and out and arm rest screws. The using the tool or a putty knife go
around the door panel and pop the catches --- mayne 12 of them total. Once
panel is off you can gently remove the clear plastic moisture shield. Have
some grease ready for the window mechanism.

"Herb" <herb777@webtv.net> wrote in message
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> I have an 89 Corolla that has te rear window stuck about 2 inches from
> the closed position.
> Using the handle,it just clicks as if the window mechanism is stuck.
> I'd like to check it,but don't know how to rmove the handle and door
> panel.
> Any help would be appreciated. This group has helped me out many times.
> Thanks
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