Tools required :

  • Ratchet (typically 10mm, 12mm, 13mm)
  • TORX bits (typically T25, T20, T35)
  • flat screwdriver

Steps :

  1. Identify mechanism to hold door open; these can be standard or TORX bolts
  2. Determine which side is easier to remove (bolts at door or bolts at car body)
  3. Remove bolts; take care to not lose them into the door or car body
  4. Pull out rubber cover over wiring; connector may be in door or may be in car body
  5. Disconnect wiring connector (there’s usually a small tab to push)
  6. Locate the bolts holding the door to the door hinges
  7. Determine which side is easier to remove (bolts at door or bolts at car body)
  8. Loosen all bolts (usually 2 per hinge)
  9. Support door while you remove all bolts (you may want to use a tire toolbox)
  10. Lift door off and ensure all wires are free so as not to damage them
  11. If you do not need the mirror or hinges, remove them and leave them for the next customer!