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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 293875  Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the rear door outside handle rod from the rear door lock.
  4. Disconnect the rear door inside handle rods.
  5. Disconnect the rear door inside handle rods from the rear door inside rod block.

  6. Object Number: 315760  Size: SH
  7. Remove the rear door lock screws (1, 2, 3,).
  8. Remove the rear door lock from the rear door.

  9. Object Number: 316109  Size: MH
  10. Disconnect the rear door lock electrical connectors.
  11. Remove the rear door inside handle rods from the rear door lock.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 316109  Size: MH
  1. Install the rear door inside handle rods to the rear door lock.
  2. Connect the rear door lock electrical connectors.
  3. Position the rear door lock into the rear door.

  4. Object Number: 315760  Size: SH
  5. Apply Locktite® Blue GM P/N 12345382, or Canadian P/N 10953489, or equivalent prior to installing the rear door lock screws.
  6. 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.

  7. Install the rear door lock screws in the correct fastener tightening sequence (top, bottom, middle, 1, 2, 3).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the screws to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 293875  Size: SH
  9. Connect the rear door inside handle rods.
  10. Connect the rear door inside handle rods to the rear door inside rod block.
  11. Connect the rear door outside handle rod to the rear door lock.
  12. Install the rear door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .