Help can't get door panel off w116 did search

[admanles]

Help! I've got the driver side and left passenger door panel partially off, but can't seem to get it all the way off. The door latch (handle) or something is preventing me from removing or moving the panels. I can flex them about 3-4" inchs, but not enough to uncover the vacuum lock mech. I did a search and found the removal of a 126 door panel, but it seems to be different. I can't seem to get the door rest off either... Help! Trying to solve non-locking vacuum problems in my 1980 300sd.

Thanks all!

Les