Tim, the handle on my 88 GL is held in place with a single screw
opposite the crank handle end. The screw is under a plastic cover. To
remove the screw to remove the handle, simply lift the cover at the big
end. The plastic is flexible enough to be lifted up. There may be other
types, but that is how it works on my van.

Don't know about the other stuff you asked about.

Regards,

John Rodgers
887 GL Driver

Tim Beidel wrote:

>I have looked through the archives and Bentley and been left stymied in my
>attempts to remove the inside door panel.
>
>I have to replace the power mirror on the passenger side. I have a candidate
>for the replacement.
>
>1. How do I remove the window crank?
>2. Are there any other impediments to removing the panel once the crank and
>handle are removed? (I do not have the armrest that shows up in Bentley
>diagrams.)
>3. Once the panel is off, do I have to remove the plastic film that protects
>against moisture? If so, can I reattach the same piece of film? With what
>type of glue?
>
>Thanks,
>
>Tim Beidel
>South Portland, ME
>1987 Syncro Westy
>
>
>