What is the best way to remove the drivers door panel to allow access to the door locking mechanism. I asked a question about central door locking on monday and going by the replies I need to remove the panel. Also, is the timer relay in the front footwell near the fuse box and what does it look like.

i removed the drivers door panel back in the summer to sort out my speaker that had stopped working. i found there were about 6 or 7 (from memory ) screws holding the panel on. cant remember where they all were but they are easy enough to find, just have a good hunt around for them and dont try to force the panel off, if it sticks in a particular area then check to see if there are any other screws. also the panel will need to be carefully wiggled out of the top of the door once you have all of the screws out.

if you have elec windows be careful not to rip the cabels out of the switches when you remove the panel, they are connected to the switches by a block that has a couple of clips on it to allow you to unclip it, nice and easy. if you have work out windows then there is probarbly a clip inbetween the handle and the panel that you will have to unclip with some pliers.

it really is dead easy, take your time and dont loose the screws and remember which hole they came out of!
hope this helps

Johnxerri:

From memory the timer relay is in the front passenger footwell, either above or behind the trim panel forward of the door. It's a small plastic box about 6cm x 4cm x 2cm with four single push-on connectors (again from memory).

Thanks for the help. I will keep you informed if I ever get these door locks working again.

There has been a post in the past on this mate, if you need some more info.......

Suggest using the search facility on the forum o find it if you're still struggling.........

Cheers

Thanks everyone.