GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Buick 🢒 1999 🢒 Regal 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Body Rear End 🢒 Release Actuator Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Open the rear compartment.

    2. Object Number: 324477 Size: SH
  2. Disconnect the electrical connector at the key cylinder.
  3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the actuator.
  4. Remove the bolts.
  5. Remove the actuator from the latch.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 324477 Size: SH
  1. Insert the actuator into the latch.
  2. Install the bolts.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the actuator bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the actuator bolts to 3 N·m (26 lb in).

  4. Connect the electrical connector to the key cylinder.
  5. Connect the electrical connector to the actuator.
  6. Close the rear compartment.