Interior Door Panels and Parts for Volvo S60
The panels in your S60 protect the electrical components inside of your door as well as make your car stylish and comfortable. When they get damaged, your door may not work properly, or you wont be able to open or close it. Knowing how to repair it and what parts to use will help you keep your Volvo S60s doors in good condition for the life of your car.
When should the interior door trim be repaired or replaced?If youre unable to open or close the doors of your Volvo S60, you should inspect the interior door trim for damage. When youre inside the car, if it pulls away from the rest of the door when you try to close it, then it could be cracked near the bolts. Alternatively, it may have come loose from the retainer clips. The door may partially open from the outside and get stuck. In that case, check around the bottom of the door to see if there are any loose or broken clips stuck in the door. Whenever you have any trouble removing or replacing the door trim after a window repair or stereo system upgrade, youll need to replace the door panel or its individual parts.
What do you need to repair or replace the panel?Repair: If your Volvo S60 door panel is intact, you may only need to replace the plastic retainer clips that secure it to the outer part of the door. You could also need to replace one or more bolts that are attached near the door handle. Retainer clips and fasteners are produced by several manufacturers. Youll find that many fasteners and clips work on several different makes and models. You need to know the year of your Volvo S60 or the OEM part number to find the right clips. Knowing your vehicle specifications will help you choose the right size bolts.
Replace: Interior trims usually comes as one molded piece with decorative accents already installed. Many also include the storage inserts and places for your door hardware to go. Its important to know the year of your Volvo S60 to get the right fitting door piece. You can get an OEM part that is manufactured by Volvo and is exactly like your original factory installed interior. Aftermarket door replacements come in colors and styles to match your S60. Knowing the part number or your VIN number will help you in ordering the right aftermarket items.
How do you install door panels on the Volvo S60?Before you get started installing the door panel on your Volvo S60, take note of components in your interior doors like speakers, locks, and power windows that will need to be disconnected. Youll need some simple tools in addition to your trim pieces, retainer clips, and screws.
- Use a screwdriver to remove the electric components, and disconnect the fuses with your hands or a pair of pliers.
- Remove the screws or bolts near the door handle using a ratchet.
- Next, loosen the trim with a flat screwdriver or a putty knife, and remove it from the retainer clips.
- Replace any missing or broken retainer clips.
- When you put the piece back on, start at the mirror area, and work down and around the rest of the door. Be sure to replace the bolts and reconnect the electrical fuses.