Removal Procedure
Important:
• The door locks use the fork bolt lock design which includes a
safety interlock feature. The door is secured in a closed position when the
door lock fork bolt engages the striker. Rotate the lock knob rearward
to unlock the door from the inside. • Do not attempt to repair a faulty door lock. Replace the lock.
- Remove the front door inner trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
- Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
- Disconnect the key cylinder rod.
- Remove the outside handle rod from the lock.
- Remove the rods from the inside door handle.
- Remove the rods from the anti rattle clip.
- Remove the screws (1) (2) (3) securing the lock to the door.
- Disconnect the electrical connectors.
- Remove the lock with the inside handle rods attached from the door.
- Remove the inside handle rods from the lock.
Cut the lock rod clip with a pair of side cutters.
Unscrew and discard the remainder of the clip from the rod.
Installation Procedure
- Install the inside handle rods to the lock.
- Install a new clip to the lock.
- Position the lock to the door and install the electrical connectors.
- Position the lock to the door with the inside handle rods and electrical connectors attached.
- Install the three door lock screws (1) (2) (3).
- Position the outside handle rod in the new clip eliminating the outside handle free play.
- Snap the clip closed over the threaded portion of the rod.
- Install the lock cylinder rod.
- Install the inside handle rods to the handle.
- Install the inside handle rods into the anti rattle clip.
- Inspect the system for proper operation.
- Install the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
- Install the front door inner trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
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.
Important: Use prior to the fastener installation Loctite® Blue, GM P/N 12345382 or the equivalent.
Tighten
Tighten the three rear door lock screws in sequence (1 , 2, 3) to 10 N·m
(89 lb in).
