[prairie son]

I need a diagram or detailed instructions for removing the rear inside door panel on a 1999 Chevy Lumina. I found 3 screws and I know the rest is installed using either plastic or metal clips. I just need to know the approximate location of these clips so I don't tear up too much.
Thanks in advance'
Prairie Son:(

[CaptainRich]

The approximate location of those clips is generally around the perimeter of the door panel.

Once you have all the retaining screws removed, the panel should be moved away and slightly upwards from the door panel.

Beware! If you have power windows, there will be a harness to the window switch.

[ddollinger]

Make sure that you have removed the screws that hold the door rest. Once the screws are removed put your fingertips under the panel at the bottom of the door and gently pull outwards on it as you slide your fingers left to right. You will locate the clips as the door panel will come out slightly between the clips and the panel will stay firmly against the door where the clip are. Once you find a clip, I would start at a bottom corner, gently force 2 flathead screw drivers under the panel on either side of the clip and pry straight off. Once the first one is unclipped you can usually slide you finger under the panel and use your fingers on one side of the clip and a screwdriver on the other side to pop the remaining clips. Just take your time and do the bottom first, then one side and then the other. Once all the screws are removed, the clips are unsnapped, and the wire harness' unplugged you need to hold the bottom out about 12" from the door and push straight up as the top will be hooked to the window area of the door with clips. These will slide right off with firm pressure.

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Like stated before, periodically look under the panel as you are removing it as there may be wiring harnesses that need to be unplugged depending on power door locks, windows, or mirrors.