Most door panels are held on by a combination of fasteners. There are usually the standard "Push to Latch" plastic devices (that need to be pryed out to disengage them) along with a number of different sized screws.
The screws are usually in and around the door handle area and there may be some behind any little "Plugs" that are used to cover screws. Once you find and unscrew all of the screws just pull the panel till it "Pops" loose.
I find that it's best to go to the parts store and get new plastic parts to replace the plastic fasteners you "Poped" out when removing the door panel. The plastic parts never hold quite as well after you remove them.
You will also need to remove the wires (connectors) from any and all switches that are part of the door panel before you can completely remove the panel and set it aside.
TommyTrouble
take the panel off the door, everything is inside
how do you remove left rear door panel on a 2008 buick lucerne cxs.
no, you can buy a replacement door handle on eBay and remove door panel and just watch your plastic clips.
Should have access after removing inner door panel
Remove the door panel.
the rear door of the 94 buick regal is locked & will not open
Using a screw driver, remove the screws and the clips that are in the door panel. Gently pull the door panel away from the frame, remove any wire connectors and the door panel should be free.
YOu can check the inside door panel sticker for the curb weight. SHould be around 3200lbs
I have to replace the drivers side door handle on a 2006 Buick Lucerne. How do I remove the panel to access the bolts on the handle. (Like most panels there isn't visible screws to remove the panel.
You have to remove the door panel...not easy, but do-able. Once that is off you can remove the door handle and replace it.
Unscrew it
Very Carefully