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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 2000 🢒 LeSabre 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Instrument Panel, Gauges, and Console 🢒 Instrument Panel Compartment Door Latch Release Handle Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 662318 Size: SH
  1. Remove the instrument panel (IP) storage compartment door. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Door Replacement .
  2. Remove the fasteners securing the door insulator panel to the door.
  3. Remove the storage compartment door insulator panel.

    4. Object Number: 662324 Size: SH
  4. Remove the handle retainer (2).
  5. Disconnect the latch rod.

    6. The handle will need to be rotated slightly.

  6. Remove the door handle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 662324 Size: SH
  1. Insert the door handle (1) into the IP storage compartment door.
  2. Connect the latch rod to the door handle.
  3. Install the IP storage compartment door handle retainer clip (2).

    4. Object Number: 662318 Size: SH
  4. Install the door insulator panel.

    5. 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.

  5. Install the insulator panel fasteners.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the fasteners to 2 N·m (18 lb in).

  6. Install the IP storage compartment door. Refer to Instrument Panel Compartment Door Replacement .
  7. Close the IP storage compartment door.