Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the front door trim panel. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Side Front Door .
- Remove the front water deflector, as necessary. Refer to Water Deflector Replacement - Front Door .
- Raise the window to the full up position.
- Apply masking tape around the outside handle.
- Open the outside handle rod to lock clip located on the door lock.
- Remove the lock cylinder rod from the outside door handle. Refer to Lock Cylinder Replacement - Door .
- Remove the door handle bolt access plug (1) from the inner door panel.
- Remove the bolts (2) from the outside handle.
- Remove the outside handle (1) and rod (2) from the door.
IMPORTANT:
The outside handles have adjustable outside handle lock rods. This allows for adjustment of the amount of travel needed in order to operate the outside handle.
When servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle lock rods, remove all free play between the outside handle and the lock. Also, do not operate the outside handle before these connections are made.
When servicing a vehicle with adjustable outside handle lock rods, remove all free play between the outside handle and the lock. Also, do not operate the outside handle before these connections are made.
NOTE:
Refer to Paint Damage Notice in Cautions and Notices.