I have a 2001 Cadillac DeVille DHS. My driver side rear window cable broke; how do I dismantle door?

Question

I could use some instructions on how to dismantle the rear driver's side door. I have a tool to get the clips on the bottom to pop, but the upper middle door panel won't release. Is there a trick to how to get the door off (ie, screws).

Answer 1

Position the window fully downward.
Ensure the manual lock knob (1) is in the unlock position.
Insert a flat bladed tool into the top service notch in order to disengage the locking clip (2) located at the front of the manual lock knob (1).
Remove the manual lock knob (1).
Remove the inside handle bezel from the inner door panel in the following order:
5.1. Hold the inside handle to the open position.
5.2. Insert a flat bladed tool at the front lower corner of the bezel.
5.3. Pry outward on the bezel.
5.4. Remove the bezel from the inner door panel.
Remove the screw attaching the inside door handle to the sheet metal.
Use the J 36796 or J 38778 in order to release the eight retainers (1) around the outside edges of the door trim panel.
Slide the door trim panel (1) upwards to release it from the following:
• The alignment datums (4)
• The eight retainers
• The arm rest steel retainer clips (3)
• The inner belt molding (2)
Disconnect the door trim panel electrical connector.

Answer 2

I would go get a book, manual, for the car make or model that you have. I think that the Haynes manuals are pretty good in telling you how to do it step by step.