Door Latch Replacement DeVille
Removal Procedure
Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:
• | Unnecessary SIR system repairs |
In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
• | Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring. |
• | If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System. |
Caution: In order to prevent SIR deployment, personal injury, or unnecessary SIR system repairs, do not strike the door or the door pillar in the area of the side impact sensor (SIS). Turn OFF the ignition and remove the key when performing service in the area of the SIS.
- Disable the SIR system. Refer to
Disabling the SIR System
.
- Remove the door trim panel. Refer to
Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Remove the water deflector. Refer to
Door Water Deflector Replacement
.
- Remove the following components
from the latch/lock module:
• | The key cylinder lock rods |
- Remove the fasteners (2) securing the latch/lock module
to the door.
- Drill out the rivets retaining the window to the regulator sash.
Refer to
Door Window Replacement
.
- Disconnect the wire harnesses from the following components:
- Remove the fasteners (4,5) securing the door module to
the door.
- Remove the door module (1) with the latch/lock module (3)
connected by the linkage.
Installation Procedure
- Position the door module (1)
and latch/lock (3) to the door. Perform the following steps.
1.1. | Hang the module on the studs. |
1.2. | Hand start the fasteners (5) securing the door module to
the door. |
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Install the fasteners
that retain the latch to the door.
Tighten
Tighten the fasteners (2) to 10 N·m (89 lb on).
- Tighten the fasteners
in the proper sequence as shown in the illustration.
Tighten
• | Tighten the nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in). |
• | Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in). |
- Connect the wiring harness.
- Install the rivets retaining the window to the sash.
- Install the following components to the latch.
- Install the water deflector. Refer to
Door Water Deflector Replacement
.
- Enable the SIR system. Refer to
Enabling the SIR System
.
- Install the trim panel. Refer to
Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement
.
Door Latch Replacement Eldorado
Removal Procedure
- Remove the door trim panel. Refer to
Door Trim Panel Replacement
.
- Remove the water deflector. Refer to
Door Water Deflector Replacement
.
- Remove the following components
from the lock:
• | The key cylinder lock rods |
- Remove the 3 screws securing the lock to the door.
Caution: Disconnect the power window switch when working inside the driver door.
When operated, the Express Up/Down Feature allows the door window to move
very quickly, without stopping, which could cause personal injury.
- Position the window in order to access the window sash bolts.
- Remove the 3 sash to window bolts.
- Disconnect the wire harnesses from the following components:
- Remove the following components:
- Remove the door module (3).
Installation Procedure
- Position the lock module (3)
to the door. Perform the following steps:
1.1. | Hang the module (3) on the studs. |
1.2. | Hand start the following components: |
- Install the 3 fasteners retaining the lock to the door.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners
must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring
replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant
are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or
corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified.
These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage
the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when
installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
- Tighten the following
components in the proper sequence as shown in the illustration:
Tighten
• | Tighten the nuts to 10 N·m (89 lb in). |
• | Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in). |
- Connect the wiring harness.
- Install the window sash bolts.
- Install the following components to the lock:
- Install the water deflector. Refer to
Door Water Deflector Replacement
.
- Install the trim panel. Refer to
Door Trim Panel Replacement
.