How to Remove the Door Panel From a 2005 Accord

Removing the door panels on a 2005 Honda Accord can open up a few opportunities to modify your car. With the door panels off, you have the ability to upgrade the speakers, add sound-deadening material, or re-upholster the fabric.

Things You'll Need

• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flat-head screwdriver
• Electrical tape

Instructions

1. Open the door. Using the Phillips-head screwdriver, remove the plastic piece behind the door handle, exposing two screws.

2. Remove the plastic piece that covers the bottom of the inside door handle.

3. Use the flat-head screwdriver to pry off the door-handle assembly.

4. Wrap the tip of the flat-head screwdriver with electrical tape to prevent any damage to the paint on the door.

5. Insert the flat-head screwdriver in between the door panel and the door and slowly pry the panel away from the door. There are clips holding the door panel onto the door; pull the door panel slowly to avoid braking any of them.

6. Remove the power-window assembly by unclipping the harness. Rotate the courtesy-light housing counterclockwise and pull it out of the door panel.

7. Lift the door panel up and over the lock pin and slide the door handle sideways as you pull off the door panel.

References

• Cardomain: Shawn's Honda Accord DIY Everything