First the small panel behind the door handle lock needs to be removed.
How to take off door panel 2002 ford explorer.
Ford explorer 2002 2005 driver side door panel removal fast and e a s y duration.
I removed the screw on the bottom of the panel the 2 screws near the handle.
Step 3 use the phillips screwdriver to remove the two mounting screws beneath the door panel armrest.
Is their another screw under the arm rest cushion.
Once the trim panel is unclipped pull the handle towards you to slide the panel around it.
Wedge a flathead screwdriver behind this portion of the panel and pry it loose.
How to remove 2003 ford explorer door panel duration.
Once it is loose you can use your fingers to pull it the rest of the way out.
If you brake a white grip pin type plastic retainer don t worry about it you can by some at any parts store.
There are two clips located on the forward portion of the panel.
I pried off the trim around the handle and don t see another screw but the panel won t break loose.