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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 GMC_Truck 🢒 2002 🢒 Savana 🢒 Body and Accessories 🢒 Doors 🢒 Rear Side Door Latch Replacement - Upper

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the side rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .

    2. Object Number: 333988 Size: SH
  2. Disconnect the side rear door upper latch lock rod from the side rear door upper latch (1).
  3. Remove the bolts (2) that retain the side rear door upper latch (1) to the door.
  4. Remove the side rear door upper latch (1) from the door.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 333988 Size: SH
  1. Install the side rear door upper door latch (1) to the door.

    2. 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.

  2. Install the bolts (2) that retain the side rear door upper latch (1) to the door.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  3. Connect the side rear door upper latch lock rod to the side rear door upper latch (1).
  4. Install the side rear door trim panel. Refer to Rear Side Door Trim Panel Replacement .