How do you remove your door trims on your 2001 Mitsubishi Lancer GLi LRX1 you need to remove them to replace the speakers?

Answer 1

you'll need both a Philips head and a flat head screw driver. there will be 3 screws that you need to remove and several clip type fastenners (sorry don't know the exact name). one Philips screw is located near the door lock mechanism, on the part of the door that is hidden when the door is closed. with the door open you'll see it right away. another Philips screw will be near the door hinge at the lower part of the door trim. it is covered by a plastic cup that is the same color as the door trim. just flip the cup out and it will expose the screw head. the 3rd Philips screw is a bit tricky. it is behind the door handle (that thing you pull to open the door from the inside). pull the door handle and you'll see the screw. after you have removed the 3 screws carefully lift out the trim from the rest of the door. you will find several clips holding the trim to the door. use a flat screw driver to detach the clips one by one, taking care not to break the clips (they're made of plastic) or scratch the paint. putting it back, just position the trim over the door, and then push or snap the clips back by giving it a punch with your open palm. then install back the 3 screws.

suggestion: while you've got the trim out, it will be a good idea to squirt some wd40 on the locking mechanism and the window mechanism. or if you're up to it, remove the plastic that waterproofs the door, taking care not to tear it. them remove the old grease from both locking and window mechanisms, and apply new grease. then install the plastic waterproofing back. the plastic has an asphalt-like adhesive that glues it to the door, you can just tap it back.