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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2008 🢒 Malibu Classic 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Front Side Door Outside Handle Rod Adjustment

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
  2. Remove the water deflector as needed. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .

    3. Object Number: 1219537 Size: SH
  3. Use a flat-head tool to release the threaded rod (1) from the clip (2).

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1219537 Size: SH
  1. Position the rod in the clip in order to eliminate any free play in the outside door handle.
  2. Install the clip cover (2) over the threaded rod (1).
  3. Inspect the door lock system for proper operation.
  4. Install the water deflector as needed. Refer to Front Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
  5. Install the trim panel. Refer to Front Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .