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Video tutorial on how to remove the front door panel on a 1997-2002 Subaru Forester. This was done in the driver's side of the vehicle. Once you've removed the door panel, you are now able to gain access to the window motor or the exterior mirror mounting screws. This particular tutorial was done on a 1999 Subaru Forester.
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Mirror Removal: • DIY: Subaru Forester M...
Tools/Supplies Needed:
-phillips screwdriver
-nylon trim tool
-standard/flat screwdriver
-tape
Procedure:
-first remove the mirror cap which simply pulls straight off using a nylon trim tool
-wrap some tape around the tip of the standard screwdriver so it doesn't damage the plastic
-remove the phillips screw where the door panel closes against the dashboard
-remove the false speaker cover in front of the door handle which will expose a phillips screw
-to remove the false speaker cover, use a standard screwdriver to pop the front side out first and them the back side just unclips
-remove the phillips screw
-remove the plastic cap in the center of the door handle with the standard screwdriver which will also expose a phillips screw
-remove the phillips screw
-remove the small plastic expanding clip by the door latch on the door panel side
-open the armrest hatch and there will need to be one phillips screw removed on the front portion of the storage compartment
-to remove the window switch assembly, use a standard screwdriver both on the front and back portions releasing the clips and assisting the unit out
-disconnect the electrical connectors on the window switch assembly by depressing a tab and pulling straight off
-remove the phillips screw where the window switch assembly was located
-once all screws are removed, firmly grab the bottom of the door and pull door panel straight out
-you can use the assistance of a nylon trim tool
-once unclipped, open the door handle and assist the panel from the handle
-reassembly is reverse of disassembly
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