Front Side Door Locking Rod Replacement for Cadillac Catera 2001

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.

Caution: This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:

•	Air bag deployment

•	Personal injury

•	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.

1. Disable the SIR system, if equipped with the SIR side impact system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in SIR.
2. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
3. Remove the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .



4. Unclip the locking rod from the lock.
5. Remove the locking rod.

1. Install the locking rod.
2. Clip the locking rod to the lock.
3. Install the front door water deflector. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
4. Install the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
5. Enable the SIR system, if equipped with the SIR side impact system. Refer to Enabling the SIR System in SIR.