Need to remove the drivers door trim panel to determine problem with raising mechanism. John Chaney

Whenever a power window opens & closes slowly it's usually one of two things. It could be that the window is sticking in the forward vent glass trim (or whatever trim is holding your window while raised), or a sign that the tracks and slide mechanism are getting gummed up. You can lube the channels holding the raised window with silicone - I use a product called Shin-Etsu developed by Honda. It's available on Amazon and other online stores.

For the mechanism and rollers you usually need to remove the door card to get at them. If mechanics have kept adding more and more grease over the years you might need to clean it all out and apply a fresh coat of grease. You can again use Shin-Etsu or the more commonly available white lithium grease.

General instructions for door panel removal; Door panels are attached to the door frame with clips such as the one above. The ribbed, screw-like part of the clips are inserted into holes in the door frame around the perimeter of the sides and bottom of the panel
Auto Repair Mechanics How to Remove Car Door Panel

The video shows details of door panel removal. First locate all the screws on the door panel, usually at the door handle and door rest. Look for any hidden screws that may be covered with small plastic caps.

After all screws are removed, the side and bottom clips need to be popped out of the door frame. You can purchase a set of trim tools to pop the clips, or you can use flat blade screw drivers and a flat putty knife to pop the clips out. Sometimes the clips break, but they are replaceable. Once the sides and bottom are loose, the top of the panel is loosened by lifting up on the panel, disengaging the panel from the top track on the door frame. Be careful of wiring connectors, which will have to be disconnected to completely remove the panel.

- Door trim.
Removal
- Unclip decorative panel -2-.
- Remove decorative panel -2- toward front.
- Remove bolts -3- (3x) from door trim -1-.
For vehicles with electric window regulators
- Window regulator switch, removing and installing Page 70-25 .
For vehicles with manual window crank
- Manual window crank, removing and installing Page 70-26 .
For all vehicles
- Unclip door trim -1-. Replace damaged clips Fig. 3
- Raise door trim -1- upward approx. 20 cm. out from door shell.
- Disengage Bowden cable for interior door mechanism Fig. 1 .
- Disconnect electrical harness connectors Fig. 2

Door Panel

1. Remove the retaining screws from the armrest assembly.
   
2. Remove the screws retaining the switches to the housing and remove the cover assembly.
   
3. Remove the door trim panel retaining screws.
   
4. Using the trim pad removing tool, pry the trim panel retaining clips from the door inner panel.
   
5. Disconnect all the wiring, if so equipped, and remove the trim panel.
   

To install:

1. Position the trim panel to the door inner panel and connect the wiring, if so equipped.
   
2. Push the trim panel and retaining clips into the inner door panel holes and install the retaining screws. Install the screws retaining the switches to the housing.
   
3. Position the armrest to the trim panel, and install the retaining screws.
   

Sometines the panel retainers do break, they are available at most parts stores, you should use a special tool to remove them (pic below)

Front Door Panel: Service and Repair
Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
TOOLS REQUIRED
J 38778 Door Trim Pad Clip Remover
1. Remove the inside handle bezel (2).
2. Remove the fastener (1).
3. Lift the flap (1) in pull handle opening.
4. Remove the two fasteners (2).
5. Remove the two fasteners (1) from bottom of trim panel.
6. Using the J 38778, release the eight retainers.
7. Lift upward and outward on the door trim panel.
8. Disconnect the door latch cable from the inside door handle.
8.1. Pry the tab on the cable outboard while pulling back on the cable.
8.2. Unhook the collar portion of the clip from the cable attachment.
8.3. Push upward on the bottom of the cable attachment to disengage the cable from the handle clip.
9. Disconnect the electrical connectors.
10. Remove the door trim panel.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Partially install the door trim panel.
2. Connect the electrical connectors.
3. Connect the door latch cable to the inside door handle.
4. Raise the trim panel over the lock knob and align the fasteners (1) in the holes in the door assembly.
5. Secure the trim panel to the door assembly by applying sufficient pressure on the trim panel.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
6. Install the two fasteners (2) under the inside pull handle opening.
Tighten
Tighten the fasteners to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
7. Install the inside trim panel cover fastener (1).
Tighten
Tighten the fastener to 2 N.m (18 lb in).
8. Install the trim bezel (2).
9. Install the two fasteners at the lower portion of the trim panel.
Tighten
Tighten the two lower fasteners to 0.5 N.m (4 lb in).

Fore remove the door panel in a SL2, you have to take off the door handle. You have to disengage the door locking mechanism from the door handle, then unscrew the panel and take it off.

The door handle unhinges from the locks and from the window controls. If your windows are electric, just unsnap the cord attached and leave it hanging out.

You may have to work with the door handle as it won't come out of the slot very easily and you don't have a lot of room. A flat bladed screwdriver with a long metal piece should work to unsnap it.


ION, L-Series, S-Series 1999-2005 - Window Systems
Door Glass & Regulator
Power Windows
Diagnosis & Testing
Driver's Window Switch

1. Turn the ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the driver window switch.
2. Test for infinite resistance between the signal terminals A and B and the B+ circuit terminal E with the passenger window switch in the INACTIVE position. If less than infinite resistance, replace the driver window switch.
3. Test for less than 2 ohms of resistance between the signal terminal A and the B+ circuit terminal E with the passenger window switch in the UP position. If greater than 2 ohms, replace the driver window switch.
4. Test for less than 2 ohms of resistance between the signal terminal B and the B+ circuit terminal E with the passenger window switch in the DOWN position. If greater than 2 ohms, replace the driver window switch.
5. Test for infinite resistance between the signal terminals F and H and the B+ circuit terminal E with the driver window switch in the INACTIVE position. If less than infinite resistance, replace the driver window switch.
6. Test for less than 2 ohms of resistance between the signal terminal F and the B+ circuit terminal E with the driver window switch in the UP position. If greater than 2 ohms, replace the driver window switch
7. Test for less than 2 ohms of resistance between the signal terminal H and the B+ circuit terminal E with the driver window switch in the DOWN position. If greater than 2 ohms, replace the driver window switch.

Passenger's Window Switch

1. Turn the ignition OFF, disconnect the harness connector at the passenger window switch. Test for infinite resistance between the signal terminals G and F and the B+ circuit terminal with the switch in the INACTIVE position. If less than infinite resistance, replace the switch.
2. Test for less than 2 ohms of resistance between the signal terminal G and the B+ circuit terminal with the switch in the UP position. If greater than 2 ohms, replace the switch.
3. Test for less than 2 ohms of resistance between the signal terminal F and the B+ circuit terminal with the switch in the DOWN position. If greater than 2 ohms, replace the switch.

Window Motor

1. Install a 30-amp fused jumper wire between the control terminal A and 12 volts. Momentarily install a jumper wire between the control terminal B and ground. The motor should perform the UP or DOWN function.
2. If the function does not perform as specified, replace the motor.
3. Reverse the jumper wires; the motor should perform the DOWN or UP function.
4. If the function does not perform as specified, replace the motor.

Removal & Installation
Window Motor & Regulator

1. Raise the window to the full UP position.
2. Remove the upper trim panel.
3. Remove the manual window regulator handle, if equipped.
4. Remove the power door lock switch, if equipped.
5. Remove the pull cup assembly.
6. Remove the door trim push-in retainers.
7. Remove the screw from the trim panel.
8. Pull the bottom of the door trim out to disengage the clips.
9. Lift up on the door trim panel to disengage the inner belt molding from the door flange.
10. Remove the door trim panel.
11. Remove the radio speaker.
12. Remove the front door water deflector.
13. Disengage the door glass to the regulator sash channel clips. Separate the door glass from the sash channel.
14. Push the window to the up position and tape in place.
15. Loosen the power window regulator bolts.
16. Remove the rear regulator bolt.
17. Lift the window regulator, disengaging the loosened bolts from the door.
18. Disconnect the regulator electrical connector.
19. Remove the power window regulator from the door.

To install:

1. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Window Switch

1. Using a flat-bladed tool, pry the switch from the door trim panel enough to expose the locking tabs.
2. Press the locking tab to remove the switch from the door trim panel.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Remove the switch.

To install:

1. Installation is the reverse of removal.

I hope helped with this; good luck.

the window has detatched from the window regulator(the part that holds the glass in position and moves up and down)you need to remove the door trim to gain access to it and remove the window mechanism or manovre the glass back to the top and hold it with tape and take to a mechanic or auto elec

please rate as solved if this is what you need. You will need to borrow a heavy duty riveter from autozone or wherever you buy the lock cylinder from.


Removal

1. NOTE: The rear door window glass must be completely raised.
   Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Remove the rear door trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501-05 .

Trim Panel —Rear Door, Expedition Removal

1. Remove the power window switchplate (14524).

1. Disconnect the electrical connector.

1. Remove the rear door handle trim cover.

1. Remove the rear inside door handle.
   • Remove the door handle bolt.

1. Remove the rear door trim panel screws at bottom of panel.

1. CAUTION: To avoid damage to the rear door trim panel, do not pull directly outward.
   Lift upward and then outward to remove the rear door trim panel (27406).

1. Remove the rear door watershield.

1. Disconnect the power door lock actuator electrical connector.

1. Drill out the power door lock actuator rivet.

1. Remove and discard the screws.

1. Remove the power door lock actuator.
   • Disconnect the power door lock actuator rod.

Installation

1. NOTE: Use new screws when installing the rear door latch.
   To install, reverse the removal procedure.
   • Use Heavy Duty Riveter to install the new rivet.

you either need a motor or motor and window regulator assembly.
SECTION 501-05: Interior Trim and Ornamentation 2002 Taurus/Sable Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Door Trim Panel Removal and Installation

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Remove the front door trim panel screws.

1. NOTE: To release the door trim panel two part pin-type retainers, first pull outward on the bottom of the door trim panel.
   Remove the front door trim panel.
   • Disconnect the electrical connectors.

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SECTION 501-11: Glass, Frames and Mechanisms 2002 Taurus/Sable Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Front Door Window Regulator And Motor
Special Tool(s) Heavy Duty Riveter
501-D011 (D80L-23200-A) or equivalent
Removal and Installation

1. Remove the front door window glass. For additional information, refer to Front Door Window Glass in this section.

1. Disconnect the front door window regulator motor electrical connector.

1. Remove the window regulator rivets.

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SECTION 501-11: Glass, Frames and Mechanisms 2002 Taurus/Sable Workshop Manual
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION Door Window Regulator Motor Removal and Installation

1. Close the window.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable. For additional information, refer to Section 414-01 .

1. Remove the door trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501-05 .

1. If equipped, remove the radio speaker.

1. Position the watershield aside.

1. Disconnect the door window regulator motor electrical connector.

1. Remove the bolts and the door window regulator motor.

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This is out of my haynes manual
1 disconnect negative battery cable
2 on manual window equipped modesl remove the window crank using a hooked tool to remove the retainer clip.
3 on power window equipped models pry out the armrest switch control plate and disconnect the electrical connections
4 detach the armrest pull handle retaining screw then remove the inside door handle trim bezel
5 insert a wide putty knife, a thin screwdriver or a special trim panel removal tool between the trim panel and the head of the retaining clip to disengage the door panel retaining clips.then remove the remaining door panel retaining screws at the lower edge of the door panel.
6 once all of the clips are screws are disengage detach the trim panel disconnect any electrical connectors and remoe the trim panel from the vehicle by gently pulling it up and out.
7 for access to the inner door remove the door panel support bracket then peel back the watershield taking care not to tear it. it install the trim panel first press the watershield back into place. if necessary add more sealant to hold it in place.
8 installation is the reverse of removal