Left/Right Front Bass Speaker -R21- / -R23-: Removing

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-- Switch off the ignition and all electrical consumers and remove the ignition key.

-- Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Removal and Installation .

-- Unlock and disconnect the connector -arrows-.

Fig 1: Identifying Electrical Connection Lock

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-- Drill out the rivets -arrows- and remove the speaker -1-.

Fig 2: Identifying Rivets And Speaker

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NOTE:

Always remove any shavings resulting from the drilling, otherwise they may cause corrosion damage later.

If paint on door frame is damaged during drilling, touch-up immediately.