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Mercedes-Benz C-Class: How to Remove Door Panels

For whatever reason you need to get your door panels removed, here are easy and simple steps to get it done. Continue reading below if you're looking to remove or replace your Mercedes-Benz w205 door panels.

By Nick Vaughn - April 29, 2015

This article applies to the Mercedes Benz C-Class w205 (2014-Present).

In past Mercedes-Benz C-Class models, removing the door panels took a lot of time, effort, and care. But with the introduction of the w205, this job could not get any easier. Follow the steps below as it will walk you through the correct procedures for removing your vehicle's door panels.

Materials Needed

  • Seat and steering wheel cover (optional)
  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Plastic trim removal tool and pick

Step 1 – Prep the work area

  • Disconnect the negative (black) terminal of the battery.
  • Cover the steering wheel and seat with a cloth to ensure no damage is done to these interior components. This is optional.
Figure 1. Protect interior components.

Step 2 – Free the door panel

  • With a Phillips screwdriver, remove two screws located underneath the door armrest.
  • Behind the edges of the door panel are nine plastic clips. One clip (located near the door lock pin) is a different type of clip from the other eight.
  • Beginning with the side closest to the door hinges, pry out the door panel with a trim removal tool. You should hear each clip pop out.
  • When removing the clips, work your way from the bottom door panel to the end of the door.
  • Once the clips are freed, firmly hold the door panel from two opposing ends.
  • Lift the door panel up, and gently pull it outward. Do not yank the panel off as there are connectors attached to it.
  • Figure 2. Remove two Phillips screws underneath the armrest.
  • Figure 3. Nine clips are attached to the door panel.
  • Figure 4. Lift the door panel up and pull it outward.

Step 3 – Remove the door panel

  • Near the center of the inside door panel is the door lock cable. Pull it up from the actuator latch to free it from the door panel.
  • There is a small connector behind the door panel speaker. Insert a plastic pick into the empty slot of the connector to un-clip the latch.
  • Then, gently pull the connector out.
  • Lastly, there are two light blue connectors plugged into the module of the door frame. Use the plastic pick to un-clip each connector, and gently pull them out.
  • Once all connections have been detached, safely remove the door panel and set it aside.
  • To re-install the door panel, follow the steps above in reverse order.
  • Figure 5. Unlatch the door lock cable.
  • Figure 6. Unplug speaker wire harness connector.
  • Figure 7. Un-clip two connectors from the door module.
  • Figure 8. The front door panel removed.

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