Rear Door Lock Replacement Impala

1. Remove the rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
2. Remove the rear door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
3. Remove the rear door outside handle rod from the lock.



4. Remove the rear door inside handle rods at the rear door handle.
5. Remove the clip securing the rear door inside handle rods from the rear door.
6. Remove the rear door lock screws (1).
7. Remove the rear door lock from the rear door with the rear door inside handle rods attached to the lock.
8. Disconnect the electrical connector(s).
9. Remove the rear door inside handle rods from the rear door lock.

1. Install the rear door inside handle rods to the lock.
2. Install the rear door lock in position through the access hole in the rear door inner panel.
3. Connect the electrical connectors.




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.

4. Install the rear door lock screws in the proper fastener tightening sequence as shown in graphic: top (1), bottom (2), middle (3).

Tighten
Tighten the rear door lock screws to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

5. Install a NEW outside handle rod-to-lock clip onto the rear door lock lever.

5.1.	Position the rear door outside door handle rod in the clip to eliminate any free play in the rear door outside door handle.

5.2.	Install the clip cover closed over the threaded rear door outside door handle rods.

6. Install the clip to the rear door inside handle rods.
7. Install the rear door inside handle rods to the rear door inside door handle.
8. Install the rear door water deflector. Refer to Rear Side Door Water Deflector Replacement .
9. Install the rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .
10. Inspect the lock system for proper operation.