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The tools needed to complete this procedure include a small flathead screwdriver, a plastic automotive panel pry bar, a Torx T30 star bit screwdriver and a pair of needle nose pliers.

To remove the OEM door speaker, you'll need a 1/4" or 6.5mm socket with a 1/4" drive ratcheting wrench.

Gently pry out the plastic trim piece behind the door opener handle with a small flathead screwdriver.

Set the trim piece aside in a safe place.

Then pry off the trim panel that covers the door pull handle that extends from the armrest to just in front of the door opener handle.

I'd recommend using a plastic automotive panel removal tool to prevent from scratching the trim panel.

Set the screw aside with the plastic trim piece.

Then remove the two T30 screws in the door pull handle by turning them counterclockwise.

Insert a large flathead screwdriver or the plastic panel pry bar tool in between the door panel and the metal door frame.

Gently pry off the door panel to release the plastic pop rivet friction fasteners.

Continue pulling out the pop rivets all along the bottom edge and both sides of the door panel.

Move to the top inner corner of the door panel and gently pry off the sail panel to release the friction fastener.

Tilt the top edge of the door panel towards yourself while supporting the bottom edge with your legs.

To release the door opener handle cable, first squeeze together the two prongs on the black plastic collar and pull it out of the bracket.

Press the release tabs on the two electrical connectors before sliding the plugs straight out of their sockets.

The OEM door speaker is located at the bottom inner corner of the door frame.

To remove it, loosen the screws with a 1/4" or 6.5mm socket and a 1/4" drive ratcheting wrench.

I'd recommend purchasing new speakers from Crutchfield since they usually include any necessary mounting brackets, wiring harnesses and electrical connector adapters.

If you'd like to reduce road noise and allow your new speakers to sound their best, apply some Dynamat Sound Deadener to the metal door frame. It will help stop the vibrations and rattles when you crank up the volume.

To replace the plastic door panel, hold it near the door frame and tilt the top edge towards yourself.

Push the two power plugs straight in to their sockets.

Push the black plastic collar near the end of the door opener handle cable in to the bracket.

Re-insert the door lock stalk in to its opening at the top outer corner of the door panel/

Push the sail panel back in to place.

Line up the white plastic pop rivets behind the plastic door panel with their corresponding holes in the metal door frame.

I'd recommend taping the lower door pull handle screw to the Torx T30 screwdriver to make it easier to replace. Use something not too sticky such as painter's tape or Scotch office tape.

Tighten the two door pull handle screws in the clockwise direction until they are snug.

Line up the plastic door pull handle trim panel.

Push the plastic trim piece behind the door opener handle back in to place.

Sit inside the vehicle, close the door and verify that the door opener handle, the power window switch, power door lock switch and the door lock stalk all still work properly.

For more, check out my other 2007-2016 GMC Acadia DIY Repair & Maintenance Guides.